> I have assiduously avoided getting into Linux knowing I have not enough > gray cells left to cope with another OS. > > But I am lumbered with a problem HDD, a SATA 320GB with damaged TIVO files > to be recovered. Ex a Sagecom setop box. > > The suspision is they are written in Linux speak. > > I can connect the HDD thru' USB dongle > It is not seen by Explorer > But Device mngr sees it as USB mass storage. > > I have downloaded "Damn small Linux" and got it running but have no idea > how to link the drive in or to transfer between systems. > > Dsl's forum non responsive. > > I have noticed many ref's to Linux, I would very much appreciate the > opportunity to speak with a real user, I would phone at an agreed > convenient time. > > Appologies, but hoping. > > _______________________________________________ > QL-Users Mailing List > http://www.q-v-d.demon.co.uk/smsqe.htm > Tim Swenson is correct.
Most Live CDs wiil boot up and automatically recognize the usb hard drive. So first step is to download a live CD or rescue CD for Linux. One question is how old is your windows computer? Current live CDs may not work wit an old computer, but I may be able to supply you with one which will. ----------------------------------------- Planet Ink Club is a great way to save money and help the environment. Join today (http://www.planetinkclub.com) This message has been scanned by Supanet for viruses and dangerous content using ClamAV and SpamAssassin. _______________________________________________ QL-Users Mailing List http://www.q-v-d.demon.co.uk/smsqe.htm
