You wish to install Linux on your MacBook, though you're unsure how to proceed.
You wish to install Linux on your MacBook, though you're unsure how to proceed.
the issue likely comes from the dGPU being turned off by default. to enable the integrated GPU for dual booting, you may need to adjust system settings or install additional drivers. check your macos version and ensure the correct GPU profile is selected during installation. if needed, use a bootloader like GParted or a custom partition to manage both operating systems effectively.
Some distributions function without issues. The method of disabling your GPU matters. Hard vs. software settings can affect compatibility.
Check the instructions on the website to learn how to turn off PCI devices after installing and booting Ubuntu.
software not functioning. I’ll begin soldering only if this fails. By the way, my dGPU remains operational. I disabled it just to be safe, as I rely on this laptop for school and don’t want it to stop working. Nice! Since my dGPU is still active (hopefully), it should be straightforward.
It's surprisingly achievable, though it might not be ideal for a fully working laptop. It seems challenging with Arch or Debian-based systems, but Ubuntu or Mint could be possible?
I'm not concerned with the specific distribution I choose. I'd favor Manjaro, though an Ubuntu-based option would be fine as well.
Ubuntu and Mint stem from Debian foundations (ideally, Mint depends on Ubuntu, which in turn depends on Debian). Manjaro operates on Arch-based systems.
jup... Ubuntu offers a more comprehensive driver collection and improved driver compatibility. My laptop uses a shared GPU setup with an NVIDIA 1050 and Intel HD, but I’m having trouble installing it in Debian. That seems really difficult, while on Ubuntu it should be straightforward as far as I understand. Still, Linux can be quite challenging.
No specific reason provided—virtual machines could serve that purpose too.
We need VMware Workstation. It’s what we use in class and teachers follow for VMware on VirtualBox is frustrating. I own a laptop with a GTX 950M and Intel GPU, but it didn’t work in Ubuntu. It worked there, though you had to log out to change the GPU and there was terrible screen tearing while using the NVIDIA card. Yes, I prefer Arch, but if I can’t do it on Arch, I’ll probably stick with Ubuntu...