ciphoenix: why use torrent? it's free

torrent is for sharing files, and not necessarily illegally, sometimes even the download sites recommend that u download torrents to reduce load on their servers. That happens a lot in linux, especially when a new version comes out

blackweaver:
torrent is for sharing files, and not necessarily illegally, sometimes even the download sites recommend that u download torrents to reduce load on their servers. That happens a lot in linux, especially when a new version comes out

I know. I just wonder why he was asking when there's a download button in the site

Hello gentlemen.

Something just occurred to me. I have not tried to setup a dualboot of win8 and ubuntu.

Probably never will for myself. Its not so much as an issue with windows but more of a total dislike for win8.

BUt there is a good chance I may be conscripted to do it for someone else.

Is there something I need to know beforehand esp with this secureboot etc shebang?

Or other quirks? If hate to be stuck

4llerbuntu: Hello gentlemen.

Something just occurred to me. I have not tried to setup a dualboot of win8 and ubuntu.

Probably never will for myself. Its not so much as an issue with windows but more of a total dislike for win8.

BUt there is a good chance I may be conscripted to do it for someone else.

Is there something I need to know beforehand esp with this secureboot etc shebang?

Or other quirks? If hate to be stuck

if the PC has W8 preinstalled, there's a 98 chance it won't work

you don't need to turn off secure boot in 12.10 and latter, it's supported.

you'll need to turn off fast boot(it's like a fake shutdown closer to hibernation designed to make W8 startup faster)

the 64bit Ubuntu flavours supports UEFI from 12.10 up

one more thing, don't worry yourself with using EasyBCD unless UEFI mode is disabled

4llerbuntu: Hello gentlemen.

Something just occurred to me. I have not tried to setup a dualboot of win8 and ubuntu.

Probably never will for myself. Its not so much as an issue with windows but more of a total dislike for win8.

BUt there is a good chance I may be conscripted to do it for someone else.

Is there something I need to know beforehand esp with this secureboot etc shebang?

Or other quirks? If hate to be stuck

I got a new laptop in December of last year that came with Windows 8 preinstalled. After banging my head against a wall several times, I was able to dualboot Windows 8 and Ubuntu. I eventually messed that up though when I tried shrinking a partition and finally just removed the windows completely. I've been running Ubuntu only on this lappy ever since. I documented the ordeal on my blog here http://www.muyiscoi.com/?p=389

For computers that have been upgraded from Windows 7, there really isn't much difference in the dualbooting process. For computers with Windows 8 preinstalled though, there are a lot of issues. The biggest one is that the computers have a new BIOS called UEFI. UEFI itself is fully supported on linux but microsoft enabled a feature of UEFI called "secure boot" which ensures that no OS image not signed with Microsoft cryptographic keys would be bootable on a device with the feature enabled (Which is all devices with Windows 8 preinstalled). The first thing to do, to be on the safe side is to go into the UEFI and disable "secure boot" (Note that you cannot use the normal method of "esc" or "f2" to enter the UEFI because of "Fast-boot", another "feature" of Windows 8. Disable that too).
Your UEFI may support "BIOS emulation mode" which basically it behave like the older, pre BIOS. This is meant for installing older OSes that don't have support for UEFI. Problem is, if you use this mode, you won't see your UEFI based OSes on the boot list and have to switch modes anytime you want to boot a particular OS.
For more information on UEFI stuff, check out my post on "FosswatchNG" on the subject http://fosswatchng.com/2013/05/uefi-temporary-problem-or-threat-to-linux-desktop/

Only the latest versions of certain Distros can even be installable on Windows 8 systems. Ubuntu 12.10 x64 has some support (that's the one I installed initially), but I recommend 13.04 x64 (which I currently use) and above.
Another stumbling block you might encounter is the method of partitioning. Some Windows 8 systems are partitioned using GPT style partitions as opposed to the normal MBR style partition we are all used to. This causes lots of issues when partitioning.
I'm sure there are other things I'm not remembering right now but suffice it to say that its not as smooth as it once was. There is even a risk of bricking the laptop. There was a report of some Samsung laptops getting bricked when you try installing linux on it (you can google it).

My advise is that you do extensive googling before attempting it. Also, create recovery disks of the Windows 8 before starting.

^^^

You got it to work? do you have a post on how you did it?

Why not just run Ubuntu as a virtual machine?

Thanks @ Muyiscoi and Ciphoenix.

Actually no worries, i knew about some of these issues before, i just thought id update myself with newer issues.

turns out i was right. The GPT partitioning issues IS new to me.

i'm good. i can deal with them appropriately.

Guys, as i am typing this message, i am seriously sweating. Come to my rescue before something do me o!

Wetin happen? Oya, listen:

I wanted to create an Ubuntu Startup disk on a 4GB USB flash drive. The *.iso file is contained on my USB HDD (1Tb partitioned as 3 ext4 primary partitions, 1 NTFS). I somehow accidentally selected my HDD as the "Disk to use" instead of the Flash drive. Now I have a single FAT32 partition on the HDD.

This HDD contains files (over 500Gb) and I really would like to get it back.

I have tried testdisk but no success yet...(I ran analyse on the disk all night, d thing no gree finish o )

Has anyone been in my position before? or what can you suggest I do?

Been there



Runtimes getdataback or easeus data recover

Or any partiton recovery tools

oyb: Been there



Runtimes getdataback or easeus data recover

Or any partiton recovery tools

These tools, do they recover data or partitions? considering that its been reformatted to another file system??

I had this exact issue a few years back. Formatted my hdd. I dont have your exact issue, but the tools are supposed to cover the whole gamut - deleted format mbr . . . You're in my office today?

oyb: I had this exact issue a few years back. Formatted my hdd. I dont have your exact issue, but the tools are supposed to cover the whole gamut - deleted format mbr . . . You're in my office today?

yes i am. Should i bring the drive to you? Mess it up and I'd kidnap you!

Maleeq:
yes i am. Should i bring the drive to you? Mess it up and I'd kidnap you!

i could help u but i guess ur present location is in lagos...lol... all d same did u accidentally delete d partitions or d software u are using 2 create d startup disk do dat 4 u??

brightk: i could help u but i guess ur present location is in lagos...lol... all d same did u accidentally delete d partitions or d software u are using 2 create d startup disk do dat 4 u??

The startup disk creator from ubuntu did it for me.

Maleeq:
The startup disk creator from ubuntu did it for me.

i 4 one never used dat.. instead i use a software called unetboot 2 create bootable verions of any linux os...just from d iso file.. no nid 2 format d device even if i had other tins inside..

brightk: i 4 one never used dat.. instead i use a software called unetboot 2 create bootable verions of any linux os...just from d iso file.. no nid 2 format d device even if i had other tins inside..

Alright...

I was using the wrong setting on testdisk...it has detected the partitions now....i am just waiting for it to finish doing its bizness and hopefully recover my drive back!

ciphoenix: ^^^

You got it to work? do you have a post on how you did it?

Unfortunately, I didn't document everything I did. It was a little easier for me I think because my laptop is Lenovo and they are reputed as one of the more linux compatible OEMs. Basically, what I did is to first enter UEFI from windows 8, then I disabled "secure boot". I later realised that the laptop has a physical button beside the battery jack that boots right into the UEFI, which is pretty handy. I then used the default partition manager on windows to shrink the hard disk (I could only shrink like 150gb or so out of 1TB HDD). I rebooted and used the Ubuntu 12.10 x64 DVD to boot and run the installation on the shrunk space. After installing and rebooting, The system didn't recognise the Ubuntu install. I searched online and found an Ubuntu tool called boot-repair. I then booted d dvd again, installed boot-repair on d live CD and ran it. I think that's what fixed it.
I'm properly missing out a few details 'cos I remember it being much more difficult n stressful than I just enumerated, so don't take this as an instruction.

Maleeq: Guys, as i am typing this message, i am seriously sweating. Come to my rescue before something do me o!

Wetin happen? Oya, listen:

I wanted to create an Ubuntu Startup disk on a 4GB USB flash drive. The *.iso file is contained on my USB HDD (1Tb partitioned as 3 ext4 primary partitions, 1 NTFS). I somehow accidentally selected my HDD as the "Disk to use" instead of the Flash drive. Now I have a single FAT32 partition on the HDD.

This HDD contains files (over 500Gb) and I really would like to get it back.

I have tried testdisk but no success yet...(I ran analyse on the disk all night, d thing no gree finish o )

Has anyone been in my position before? or what can you suggest I do?

I feel your pain man. I've totally messed up someone's drive in a similar manner before. I haven't had an issue with Ubuntu's disk creator though. It should be smart enough to detect a HDD from a Flash drive. Like someone suggested, maybe you should consider Unetbootin instead in the future. As for recovery, I would typically suggest "testdisk" and "photorec" 'cos I've had varying degrees of success with both in the past, but it seems you have tried that. I came across another such tool recently and it seems to have a lot of buzz about it. I haven't tried it before so I don't know if is appropriate for your issue, but you can check it out. Its called "SpinRite". Its not free though. You can find it here https://www.grc.com/sr/spinrite.htm

muyiscoi:

Unfortunately, I didn't document everything I did. It was a little easier for me I think because my laptop is Lenovo and they are reputed as one of the more linux compatible OEMs. Basically, what I did is to first enter UEFI from windows 8, then I disabled "secure boot". I later realised that the laptop has a physical button beside the battery jack that boots right into the UEFI, which is pretty handy. I then used the default partition manager on windows to shrink the hard disk (I could only shrink like 150gb or so out of 1TB HDD). I rebooted and used the Ubuntu 12.10 x64 DVD to boot and run the installation on the shrunk space. After installing and rebooting, The system didn't recognise the Ubuntu install. I searched online and found an Ubuntu tool called boot-repair. I then booted d dvd again, installed boot-repair on d live CD and ran it. I think that's what fixed it.
I'm properly missing out a few details 'cos I remember it being much more difficult n stressful than I just enumerated, so don't take this as an instruction.

i'm guessing hp is to blame then. tried boot-repair. posted pastebin links. was on ubuntuforums all the time, searching and asking. seems there're some of us whose PC don't want to dual boot been using VMWare since then

Giorgio: I ordered Ubuntu CDs and I got them. Chxta can I get tutorials from you?

linux is free download from internets ??

muyiscoi:
I feel your pain man. I've totally messed up someone's drive in a similar manner before. I haven't had an issue with Ubuntu's disk creator though. It should be smart enough to detect a HDD from a Flash drive. Like someone suggested, maybe you should consider Unetbootin instead in the future. As for recovery, I would typically suggest "testdisk" and "photorec" 'cos I've had varying degrees of success with both in the past, but it seems you have tried that. I came across another such tool recently and it seems to have a lot of buzz about it. I haven't tried it before so I don't know if is appropriate for your issue, but you can check it out. Its called "SpinRite". Its not free though. You can find it here https://www.grc.com/sr/spinrite.htm

Thanks man. testdisk fixed it for me. I wasn't using the right settings initially.

Maleeq: Guys, as i am typing this message, i am seriously sweating. Come to my rescue before something do me o!

Wetin happen? Oya, listen:

I wanted to create an Ubuntu Startup disk on a 4GB USB flash drive. The *.iso file is contained on my USB HDD (1Tb partitioned as 3 ext4 primary partitions, 1 NTFS). I somehow accidentally selected my HDD as the "Disk to use" instead of the Flash drive. Now I have a single FAT32 partition on the HDD.

This HDD contains files (over 500Gb) and I really would like to get it back.

I have tried testdisk but no success yet...(I ran analyse on the disk all night, d thing no gree finish o )

Has anyone been in my position before? or what can you suggest I do?

yeepa!!! that na serious yawa o,glad you were able to fix the issue sha; i too was about to say testdisk should have been able to fix the issue but since u've done it, no wahala

Hello tech gurus, pls can i run ubuntu OS on my Dell Insiron n5040 3gb ram, 300gb hdd, 2.13mhz laptop? Am currently on Windows 7 Proffesional 32 bit OS, thanks.

why not i run Windows 8 and ubuntu 13.04 together just create a spearte partition and install from USB its straight forward.

Hey guys!. I wanna plug something, hope y'all don't mind, and I don't get banned

I entered the Etisalat Geek force Internship competition and presently, voting is going on to narrow down the contestants.
So, if you could go to http://etisalatgeekforce.tumblr.com/ and vote for "Iyowu Muyiwa", that would be very helpful. My video is on there too, so you can watch it.

Thanks.

TrebleChamp: Hello tech gurus, pls can i run ubuntu OS on my Dell Insiron n5040 3gb ram, 300gb hdd, 2.13mhz laptop? Am currently on Windows 7 Proffesional 32 bit OS, thanks.

yes

muyiscoi: Hey guys!. I wanna plug something, hope y'all don't mind, and I don't get banned

I entered the Etisalat Geek force Internship competition and presently, voting is going on to narrow down the contestants.
So, if you could go to http://etisalatgeekforce.tumblr.com/ and vote for "Iyowu Muyiwa", that would be very helpful. My video is on there too, so you can watch it.

Thanks.

done!
#TeamMuyiwa!

Maleeq:
Thanks man. testdisk fixed it for me. I wasn't using the right settings initially.

pls hw were u able to use testdisk. i have an external hdd that refuses to open when i plug it in and always brings up a message to format it.
i need to copy out the data i have in it
i urgently need to hv access to the data stored in it.

thanks

TrebleChamp: Hello tech gurus, pls can i run ubuntu OS on my Dell Insiron n5040 3gb ram, 300gb hdd, 2.13mhz laptop? Am currently on Windows 7 Proffesional 32 bit OS, thanks.

i wonder why people keep using these titles, we're not gurus (except maybe pc guru), i feel a simple hello would be adequate enough

doziej84:

pls hw were u able to use testdisk. i have an external hdd that refuses to open when i plug it in and always brings up a message to format it.
i need to copy out the data i have in it
i urgently need to hv access to the data stored in it.

thanks

Follow the instructions at Test Disk: Step By Step Examples.
It pretty straight forward.
It recovers file from formatted drives even...just make you have not written new files to the drive.