Lenovo T550 with Ubuntu installation options

Clareesuh
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06-12-2016, 05:00 PM

Hey there, Manijs. I heard your girlfriend uses a Lenovo T550 ThinkPad and isn’t too familiar with Windows yet. Have you seen anyone try to run Linux on it? What challenges did they face?

Clareesuh

06-12-2016, 05:00 PM #1

Hey there, Manijs. I heard your girlfriend uses a Lenovo T550 ThinkPad and isn’t too familiar with Windows yet. Have you seen anyone try to run Linux on it? What challenges did they face?

Bewerewolf12
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06-13-2016, 01:42 AM

I haven't tried that model yet, but I've worked with older IBM Think Pads prior to their acquisition by Lenovo. These devices perform well on Linux systems. Many come pre-installed with Linux OEM versions.

Bewerewolf12

06-13-2016, 01:42 AM #2

ironfroggy
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06-16-2016, 10:26 AM

This link leads to the Ubuntu certification page for the 2014 hardware documentation.

ironfroggy

06-16-2016, 10:26 AM #3

This link leads to the Ubuntu certification page for the 2014 hardware documentation.

Lord_Sanguine
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07-03-2016, 06:56 AM

It seems unclear why it wouldn’t function properly. I’d consider giving Zorin OS a shot. I’ve been experimenting with Zorin OS 12 Core lately and really enjoy its interface and overall experience.

Lord_Sanguine

07-03-2016, 06:56 AM #4

Gabokazu
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07-05-2016, 05:44 AM

I'll take a closer look. The main page looks very encouraging.

Gabokazu

07-05-2016, 05:44 AM #5

I'll take a closer look. The main page looks very encouraging.

mccoop03
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07-07-2016, 12:45 AM

Awesome. This looks really great.

mccoop03

07-07-2016, 12:45 AM #6

Awesome. This looks really great.

Machi_Gamz
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07-16-2016, 10:41 PM

Absolutely great! Perfect for users unfamiliar with Linux. Zorin offers features that closely resemble a traditional start menu, with a layout that feels familiar.

Machi_Gamz

07-16-2016, 10:41 PM #7

Absolutely great! Perfect for users unfamiliar with Linux. Zorin offers features that closely resemble a traditional start menu, with a layout that feels familiar.