Greetings:In summary: I am trying to install debin 4 i386 on a Dell XPS Dimension 200n. Memory = 128mb with a 2.1 GB hard disk. This PC can not boot off of the debian install CD. I have followed the 4.3. Creating Floppies from Disk ImagesBefore you can create the floppies, you will first need to download them from one of the Debian mirrors, as explained in Section 4.2, “Downloading Files from Debian Mirrors”. If you already have an installation CD-ROM or DVD, the floppy images may also be included on the CD/DVD.
4.2.1. Where to Find Installation ImagesThe installation images are located on each Debian mirror in the directory debian/dists/etch/main/installer-i386/current/images/ — the MANIFEST lists each image and its purpose. I have down loaded the following files from the Open Source Labboot.imgcd-drivers.imgnet-drivers-1.imgnet-drivers-2.imgroot.imgMD5SUMS ( I checked all of the files and they check correctly ) After creating the floppiesPC boots from the boot floppyPC loads the root root floppyI install the NIC module and PC aquires an IP from DHCPInstall continues up until it gets the following error [!!] Configuring x11-common Installation step failed an installation step failed. You can try to run the failing item again from the menu, or ship it an choose something else. The failing step is: Select and install software ContinuePlease let me know what else I could do to install debin Thanks DanO [EMAIL PROTECTED]
