Re: Laptop purchase

[awilliam@xxxxxxxxxxxxx]

> Yes I know, everyone asks this, but I went looking on the internet and
> haven't been able to find anyone out there that is actually
> recommending what laptop to purchase if one wants linux on it.  I'm in
> the market to buy one QUICK, so I'm wondering if anyone has any
> suggetions.  I want to stay around the $2100 level, and I want
> something light, besides that, I really don't care.  I've been to the
> Laptop howto site, which is helpful, but doesn't give any specific
> recommendations.  I was going to go with a VIAO, but of course they're
> backlogged, and I'm looking to get one this weekend.  Any ideas?

The only real stickle is the Video Chip.  If you can find one that 
uses a NeoMagic you'll probably have the best luck.  I've installed on 
Compaq Armada's (slightly older) as well as Toshiba's with out any 
real problems.  If they have a Winmodem try to make sure it is a 
Lucent chip so you can use the Linmodem drivers.