try running the install again and this time choose custom as far as i know recomended always sets x to start up imediatley after boot but custom gives you the choice ----- Original Message ----- From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Saturday, April 08, 2000 8:57 PM Subject: [newbie] How to avoid starting X ? > Hello, > > I am trying to install Mandrake Linux 7.0 on a Dell Inspiron (portable > computer) and I have been warned to edit the lilo.conf file before the first > boot (the LCD Display needs some special care and settings). Unfortunately, I > am given no chance to refuse starting X at install using the "Recommended" > Install. And indeed when I boot, X starts and the display gets weird. Would > you be me, you would probably do what I do, that is immediately switch off > the computer to avoid damages (of the LCD). > Is there any way to avoid starting X at boot time ? Might this "bug" in the > install procedure (the fact that I cannot choose not to start X at boot time) > be limited to this computer model ? Is there a way to avoid starting X at > boot time ? > Thanks in advance for your help. > > GET THE BEST FREE INTERNET ACCESS * Free Email * Free Support * Software* * No Credit Check * Privacy Guaranteed* GOTO http://www.HomeFreeWeb.com
