F5F Stay Refreshed Software Operating Systems Use a BIOS-compatible USB drive to install Debian. Follow the installation steps provided with the ISO image.

Use a BIOS-compatible USB drive to install Debian. Follow the installation steps provided with the ISO image.

Use a BIOS-compatible USB drive to install Debian. Follow the installation steps provided with the ISO image.

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PixelatedKirby
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10-07-2016, 08:38 AM
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Hi, the issue might be related to the BIOS settings or hardware configuration. Since the server uses a normal BIOS and not UEFI, ensure the correct boot options are set. Also, verify that the server's hardware supports the required drivers for Debian installation. Differences in BIOS firmware or missing components could prevent a stable boot, which explains why Fedora versions work while Debian cannot be installed.
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PixelatedKirby
10-07-2016, 08:38 AM #1

Hi, the issue might be related to the BIOS settings or hardware configuration. Since the server uses a normal BIOS and not UEFI, ensure the correct boot options are set. Also, verify that the server's hardware supports the required drivers for Debian installation. Differences in BIOS firmware or missing components could prevent a stable boot, which explains why Fedora versions work while Debian cannot be installed.

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10-07-2016, 11:22 AM
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I generated this using a structured process and data input.
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TripleA_SpOoKs
10-07-2016, 11:22 AM #2

I generated this using a structured process and data input.

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yoloswagin123
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10-09-2016, 11:45 AM
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Using dd is standard here—functions well on Fedora.
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yoloswagin123
10-09-2016, 11:45 AM #3

Using dd is standard here—functions well on Fedora.

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10-11-2016, 11:08 AM
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Have you explored starting with Debian Non-Free? It might require additional components not found in standard releases.
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Agman10
10-11-2016, 11:08 AM #4

Have you explored starting with Debian Non-Free? It might require additional components not found in standard releases.

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Parkour2005
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10-12-2016, 07:46 AM
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The issue stemmed from a BIOS configuration that enabled EFI compatibility, which blocked certain ROMs from loading. This caused the Fedora installer to stall (both versions 34 and 35). There was also uncertainty about whether this affected the Debian installer's ability to boot. I discovered the problem after realizing the logical volume wasn't displayed in the EFI mode, making it difficult to access the RAID controller settings. Using default BIOS settings resolved the problem. However, Debian no longer supports NVIDIA drivers 340xx, which is problematic since I installed a Quadro FX 1800—a card that doesn't need extra power connectors. Installing the original drivers is now impossible. The server features two X5690 graphics cards, but power usage is high and it's not feasible to run a card requiring additional connectors. This situation left me questioning Debian's reliability, especially after 15 years of use.
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Parkour2005
10-12-2016, 07:46 AM #5

The issue stemmed from a BIOS configuration that enabled EFI compatibility, which blocked certain ROMs from loading. This caused the Fedora installer to stall (both versions 34 and 35). There was also uncertainty about whether this affected the Debian installer's ability to boot. I discovered the problem after realizing the logical volume wasn't displayed in the EFI mode, making it difficult to access the RAID controller settings. Using default BIOS settings resolved the problem. However, Debian no longer supports NVIDIA drivers 340xx, which is problematic since I installed a Quadro FX 1800—a card that doesn't need extra power connectors. Installing the original drivers is now impossible. The server features two X5690 graphics cards, but power usage is high and it's not feasible to run a card requiring additional connectors. This situation left me questioning Debian's reliability, especially after 15 years of use.

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10-12-2016, 09:45 AM
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The 340xx Drivers are now treated as a Legacy Driver, with no further updates since December 23, 2019. This indicates they won't receive updates alongside the Kernel or X11. The ongoing shift toward Wayland and NVIDIA's delayed GBM support until 495.44 means the Legacy driver is likely to disappear from distros that still maintain compatibility support.
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10-12-2016, 09:45 AM #6

The 340xx Drivers are now treated as a Legacy Driver, with no further updates since December 23, 2019. This indicates they won't receive updates alongside the Kernel or X11. The ongoing shift toward Wayland and NVIDIA's delayed GBM support until 495.44 means the Legacy driver is likely to disappear from distros that still maintain compatibility support.

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10-12-2016, 03:06 PM
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Yes, it's unfortunate and Debian should still release it. Wayland hasn't worked well yet, and it might take a long time to become functional... It's not as if the devices just vanish or fail suddenly.
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sacapatates
10-12-2016, 03:06 PM #7

Yes, it's unfortunate and Debian should still release it. Wayland hasn't worked well yet, and it might take a long time to become functional... It's not as if the devices just vanish or fail suddenly.

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