Hi all, I would really like to run Debian on a Gericom A2 (IIyama NT310S). The computer is small and lacks an internal optical drive; instead it uses an external USB 2.0 (i.e. bootable) combi-drive (Panasonic). The Debian CD's boot just fine, but after the initial boot, the installer informs me that the optical drive is not recognized. I am then provided with a list of drivers for antiquated CD-ROMs from which to choose for the remainder of the installation process. I do not believe that any of these drivers will work and that the problem arises from the fact the drive is not simply an IDE or SCSI unit. Suggestions?
Also, I've also noticed that my keyboard goes dead once the installer kicks in. Maybe a USB keyboard? It's my understanding that these can be problematic. I have to run Windows for work, but I would really like to use GPL'ed software (and the OS) whenever possible. I like Debian's commitment to GPL. Please help me get it running on my machine and maybe (if I'm really fortunate), WINE will eliminate my need for Windows altogether. BTW has anyone else noticed that the MicroSoft spell checker (in Outlook) wants to change "Debian" to "Defiant" or "Deviant"...either way, I must switch. Help if you can. Thanks. Aaron
