[xubuntu-users] Laptop experiences - System76 [solved]

[Fred]

On 8/6/20 6:50 AM, lefty wrote:
> On 8/6/20 8:46 AM, Victor Forberger wrote:
>> See
>> https://linuxatty.wordpress.com/2018/07/23/review-galago-pro-from-system-76-and-xubuntu-18-04-bionic-beaver/ 
>>
>>
>> Now available the Lemur Pro: https://system76.com/laptops/lemur
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>
> I have a System76 Gazelle.
> Info: it comes with Gnome. If you want Xubuntu, it's up to you. They 
> offer several suggestions on issues you might have with other 
> desktops. They do not officially support any other desktop. YMMV with 
> desktop and video driver.
>
> My experience was Xubuntu went to a blank screen after logging in. I 
> tried all their suggestions, to no avail. Finally I did a new install, 
> next to Gnome, and it worked. Nothing works like the Big Hammer Approach.
>
> There are a few issues I'm working on, including backlit keyboard, 
> insane trackpad, and other minor things, but it works. I don't have a 
> touchscreen, so I can't comment. If you can afford it, go with the 
> faster NVE drives, at least for the OS drive. The AMD chip laptop is a 
> great deal.
>
>
> System76's communication and service is second to none. And they're 
> *nice*.
>
>
>
> I have yet to have any serious issues with Xubuntu on any laptop, and 
> that's quite a few of them. The best way to test is to run it live, 
> from the install disc/usb. This should expose things that might cause 
> problems. Also pay attention to the newer UEFI boot - you may have to 
> make adjustments to the boot media.
>
>

Thank you for the replies.  After looking around; the System76 Lemur Pro 
looks like a best fit.  The build customization helps as well as the 
company seems more Linux community-centric (important to me). Price is a 
little beyond budget but seems more bang for my buck and only because I 
am getting some better options in the build.

Like most of you, I have not had many issues with Xubuntu on laptops, 
save the early days and wifi.  But we all grew.  Thanks again for the 
insights.

-- 

Fred