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General Questions for Sabayon Linux
What is Sabayon Linux based on?
Sabayon Linux is based and emanates substantially from Gentoo GNU/Linux systemGentoo . Gentoo is one from more popular source-based Linux distributions. As ubuntu it uses the parcels debian, are the parcels of Gentoo ready. Gentoo GNU/Linux system.
What is source based distro?
Many distros, such as Ubuntu, Debian, Red Hat, Fedora Core, Suse, and ArkLinux, use binary packages for installation. Simply put, a binary package is the pre-compiled program, compiled on another machine and made available for download and installation on to other computers. A source based distro is a distribution which compiles its programs from source code, rather than relying on others to 'package' them. Source based distros generally also come with some binary (pre-compiled) packages as well for larger programs like openoffice. can their compile from source, take to you until two days in your own system.
Why should I choose a source based distribution such as Sabayon Linux?
There are two main advantages to source-based distributions like Sabayon Linux. First of all, source-based distributions often have the newest, greatest software before binary distros do. This is due mostly to the fact that, rather than having to compile a package and then test it on different machines, all that is required in something like Sabayon Linux is a file telling it where to find the source code and how to compile it. Second of all, undoubtedly a program will eventually have a feature you don't need, and will just take up space or slow the program down. On a binary distro, you're stuck with this feature. On a source based distro, like Sabayon Linux, you have the option of removing unwanted features at the time of compilation.
What is the Pro Edition?
Sabayon Professional Edition is a pared down version from stable sources primarily for business use. It does not contain the games, 3d acceleration or multimedia support of the LiveDVD or Mini Edition. It has been interrupted and does not have support more.
How Do I Get The Cube Desktop Thing Working?
Thus and 3D graphic you do not work, but with the livecd/dvd are all right.
So your 3D desktop is broke, but it worked just fine with the livecd/dvd
Well in theory what you see is what you get when you install sabayon linux, so if 3D desktop was working with the livecd/dvd it should follow through and work when you boot into your fresh new install. Well, we all know how a theory can be tho, it just don't work for everyone. Thus therefore, for the what it can become us you ask daily in #sabayon.
First thing you are gonna want to do: make sure you md5sum is good after you download your .iso file, I can't stress that enough. make sure you have burnt the cd as slow as possible with burn verfiy.
You will be asked those two questions every time, so please do this so we don't have to waste bandwidth reasking. It may seem petty to you about checking the md5sum, but without knowing you're starting out with a good iso file it's pointless. We can spend weeks troubleshooting and if your md5sum was bad, holy smokes we just wasted a lot of time and caused a lot of frustration. With a bad md5sum you can still get a bootable working desktop, but may have issues else where. So keep in mind, just cause it boots, doesn't mean the iso is good. How do I check the md5sum and disk you ask? Well lucky for you: http://wiki.sabayonlinux.org/index.php? ... or_LiveDVD
Ok, so you made sure the md5sum was good and you burnt the disk at a nice slow speed with burn verify enabled. Now we can start looking at other things. Do you have the latest and correct video driver? That will be first thing to know.
Nvidia card owners, the following link will save you hours of frustration. Yes, certain cards require certain drivers: http://gentoo-wiki.com/HOWTO_nVidia_Dri ... he_drivers If masking gives you hives wondering what it is, than please read more here: http://gentoo-wiki.com/Masked
Our wiki also has howto get nvidia and ati cards working too, use the relevant information: http://wiki.sabayonlinux.org/index.php? ... in_Sabayon
Ok, so you doubled checked your video card and you have the proper driver installed and you have restarted X. How do you restart X you ask?? Well, a simple key stroke combination of ctrl+alt+backspace or open konsole or terminal and type su - than your root password than /etc/init.d/xdm restart --- either method works. If all else fails, reboot the computer.
Now you're back in the desktop, time to run Acceleration Manager, this can be done several ways. It can be found in the Kmenu, click the kmenu icon and it's there some place. I prefer the terminal myself so I will explain that.
open konsole or terminal type su enter root password type accel-manager wait and a nice box with options will come up, make your selection according to your video card abilities, than restart X. Most people forget to restart X after this process. It should be working, if you don't have the blue square fusion-icon in your task bar than simple hit alt+F2 and type in fusion-icon to start the 3D world.
The above method will work for most people, but you will find that maybe it didn't work for you. Why? I don't know. A little bit of research into /etc/X11/xorg.conf can usually resolve the remaining few that have problems. The following links are full of information for AIGLX and XGL, again, only use the information that is relevant. You will want to pay attention to the xorg.conf settings they have on those pages and compare it to your xorg.conf so it matches. howto AIGLX http://gentoo-wiki.com/HOWTO_AIGLX howto XGL http://gentoo-wiki.com/HOWTO_XGL
Still having problems? Buy a new video card!
If you want to post your special sauce to how you got it working - please do. Mine just works all the time so I don't have such problems. Source of Information.
Code access in the livecd/dvd?
In earlier versions:
root account = root
sabayonuser account = sabayonuser
On later versions:
root account: None, just press the Enter key.
sabayonuser account: None, just press the Enter key.
Booting LiveCD
Q: Installing Sabayon 64 mini 1.10.06, the process stop after the message "preparing the live CD environment". What can I do ? (board ASUS, chipset VIA, Intel 2core 2.82). Thanks.
A: Press alt-f1 for verbose mode which well help you find better information on where exactly it's sticking. Also when you boot from the CD you can try some of the different grub boot options. Press f1 through f4 to see what options you can enable or disable. Please See the Cheat Codes for list of options you can try
Installation
Q: What are the minimum system requirements (CPU, memory, hard disk space, graphic card) for installing and running Sabayon Linux on my desktop or laptop PC?
A: All system requirements, for both accelerated or not accelerated video are listed here. A package selection tool is also available.
Q: When X starts I don't see anything, it seems like the resolution is too high.
A: Press the "Ctrl Alt +" or "Ctrl Alt -" key combinations to cycle through the different resolutions until you can see the screen. Afterwards you can set your resolution in KDE with the "kcontrol" application, you can directly modify your /etc/X11/xorg.conf file, or you can also use "Ctrl Alt F1" to get to the console.
Q: Is there a updated repository of binary packages I can use rather than compiling everything from source for updates?
A: Actually not, but there are reasons for it! Please read here for some explanation of what Sabayon Linux is not :)
----NOTE: Entropy it is in growth for the binary packages. Can give in Îșonsole emerge equo and afterwards equo --help in order to you see the list with the choices. A graphic environment equo, Spritz, is in your disposal.
Multimedia
Does this include support of some privately-owned platform? Yes, support DVDs, MP3, WMA, AAC, DivX. Moreover, it supports a lot of open platforms, as Ogg Vorbis, Matroska, Ogg Theora, FLAC, and coder-decoder Xvid.
Games
AIGLX
Q: About AIGLX ?
A: In Gentoo Wiki: [1]
Q: In Sabayon Wiki says that the ATI with official closed drivers for fgrlx they can run AIGLX. It is feasible? Previously this work only with XGL, and open source DRI (direct giving infrastructure) "radeon" the drivers were required in order to they use AIGLX.
A: For certain cards ATI AIGLX it can be activated with the "radeon" the driver fixed that the DRI is allowed. Does the success depend from the type of cards and the support of drivers radeon that is included in DRI for whether line 'command ' ' glxinfo | grep direct' it says direct output: Yes, with the driver radeon, then in any way you can use this [anti] the drivers fglrx. This moment time AIGLX is very well not supported by official drivers ATI but for certain cards.
Wolfden's Most Seen Asked Questions
What is Sabayon Linux
Sabayon Linux is based on the source-based distribution that is named Gentoo - http://gentoo.org. Gentoo is a particularly customizable distribution that we have used as our base and have used their most excellent techniques of growth, we have created a pre-shaped distribution with the beginnings of output, variability, and stability. If you have other question for who are Gentoo and his philosophy, I request you visit their website. This guide is precisely a basic guide in order to it goes you to the correct cources.
Differences with Gentoo?
- Overlay: We naturally have our own overlay for ebuilds with portage. Ebuilds is files that contain the directives that say in the administrator of parcels how they install the parcel from the source-code.
- Performance: We have modified make.conf in order to we ensure that will run our distribution with the higher speed in the newer material of computers and fast in the older material. Under this form, our distribution is not intended it is organised in the advantages Pentium, even if it is entirely comprehensible.
- Variability: Again, we have modified make.conf in order to we give the likeable wide spectrum of characteristic traits for the all computers. We have drawn up also the core that opposes well most from the architectures outside there still always leaving the abundance of room for the output and, as, the possibility changes nothing in your wish
- Entropy: We have a binary manager, that can be used as one and unique administrator of system. It functions also with the portage so that you can use them also two. The binary package are ready package that build and it can be installed immediately without it is needed you make the compile from the source code.
Minimum requirements for Sabayon Linux?
- i686 Processor (starting from AMD K6 and Intel Pentium II)
- 512Mb of RAM (1gb suggested)
- an OpenGL capable 3D graphics card (mostly NVIDIA, ATI, Intel, VIA)
- a DDC capable Monitor
- mousse and keyboard
- connection in Internet (no obligatorily, but good it would be)
- 12GB of free space, this is the minimum, 5GB for the mini - Note - this capacity is not enough in order to you make also a lot of things. If you want to make him installation you I will propose the 40GB for the DVD and 15GB for mini.
About Package Manager
I just installed it, what do I do first?
This question has always amazed me. Who says there is anything to do? How about just using the operating system and getting familiar with it? Take some time and read the documentation. If you insist on having to do something then emerge --sync && layman -S to update your package list or if using entropy equo update && equo world --ask Fresh Install
How do I update/install packages?
Please see: Entropy for Entropy howto
For Portage:
This is a general question and it can be answered in various ways. One way road is with utilisation results also portage. This becomes via the aka CLI of contacts of lines of command. In order to you install it will be supposed you have authorisation as root thus you will need:
- Open konsole or terminal
- Type su to switch to root
- Enter your password and hit enter, you will not see any actual typing as you enter your password
- Run the command emerge --sync && layman -S First time you run this, it will take some time, have some patience, it will be quicker next time. All this does is syncs your package list for portage and layman. You will see all sort of crazy text fly by, that is perfectly normal. Remember to always sync before you install or upgrade any package.
- Lets say we want to update/install amarok once our emerge --sync && layman -S is done.
- Simply enter "emerge amarok" then let it go and once you see the Success message you know it is upgraded/installed.
- HOWTO Use Portage Correctly
- HOWTO Maintain Gentoo - "Best Practices"
- Handy Quick Reference of using emerge commands
- Sabayon Wiki Portage Guide
Emerging is by no means a fast process. Remember your goal is setup config files and recompile the system to your hardware and useage. It should you know that this USE Flags is very important. USE FlagsGet to know your USE Flags as they are very important, USE Flags are a keyword that embodies support and dependency-information for a certain concept. If you are new, get to know the operating system first before attempting a recompile. You can not blindly reconfigure and recompile. You will easily catch on to this if you read the documentation.
What About a GUI For Managing Packages?
There are GUI package manager available, but they are no substitute for the command line emerge.
- Portato is Sabayon's default package manager as it is the most actively developed. Of all the package managers out there, this is the one I recommend. Home Page
- Porthole hasn't had much done to it over the past couple years, but there is rumor that it could get an update.
- HiMerge has a very high degree of difficulty for installation. I have no experience with this program, but hear nothing but complaints on how hard it is to install.
Personally if you have to rely on a GUI, then try to just use it as a browser to portage, but still use the command line to install your packages. You will save yourself a lot of headaches. Search and gather your information needed with the GUI then open up konsole or terminal and install.
How do I install several packages?
# emerge foo foo foo foo foo
It will install each package one after another. Replace foo with actual package names.
#equo install foo foo foo foo foo
How do I search for a package?
# emerge -s foo
- Via Gentoo-Portage or via Packages-Gentoo
- Use a GUI Package Manager
#equo search foo
Using EIX
For searches I highly recommend using eix. It's the best tool you can have at your hands for searching. It is a command line tool, but it is very powerful and will tell you lots of information.
#emerge eix && update-eix $ eix foo
For entropy
#equo install eix
Example output of eix gedit:
[I] app-editors/gedit
Available versions: 2.18.2-r1 2.20.3 (~)2.20.4 {acl debug doc python spell xattr}
Installed versions: 2.20.4(07:05:31 AM 12/29/2007)(python -debug -doc -spell -xattr)
Homepage: http://www.gnome.org/
Description: A text editor for the GNOME desktop
It has abilities to search portage and all overlays. Simple edit the /etc/eix-sync.conf file and just add * to it
# echo '*' >> /etc/eix-sync.conf
Then do
# eix-remote update
Now when you search it will tell where and what overlay a package is in if it is not in portage. This will widen your abilities to find packages as overlays have a lot of ebuilds too.
http://en.gentoo-wiki.com/wiki/Eix
Can I emerge 2 packages at same time?
Yes you can, but it can and will bog your system down. It's not really recommended.
How do I update everything at once?
For Entropy:
# equo update
# equo upgrade
If you are new to this operating system and have no understanding of Portage, we do not recommend this till you get to know how this operating system works. This is one of the fastest ways to destroy your system. This distro is not like the other distros that have the big easy button update. We do not have update notifications like other distros. For your information tho, world update is what Gentoo calls updating your entire system. It looks at your world file and compares it to portage and then proceeds to update all packages. Following is how:
# emerge -- sync && layman -S
# emerge -ua world
You've been warned, when you come yellin cause you're system won't boot, don't expect sympathy.
How do I uninstall a package?
# equo remove foo
Note - this can remove dependencies
# emerge -C foo
Note - this will not remove the dependencies. You will need to run depclean for that. I stress very very strong caution with depclean as it means what it says.
How do I find out which packages depend on a certain package?
# equery depends foo
It will tell you all files depending on that package. See using gentoolkit for more information and commands.
I keep getting !!! ARCH is not set... Are you missing the 'etc/make.profile' symlink?
In konsole su to root and:
- Run the following command: eselect profile list
- Look for something like: default-linux/x86/2007.0/desktop and note the number in front of it
- Then do: eselect profile set # <--replace the # with the number. In my case it would be eselect profile set 6
Now you should be good to go again.
Do I have to download the cd/dvd every time to upgrade?
If you are not familiar with portage then the best route is to wait till the next release is available. You can upgrade through portage and layman only if you know what you are doing. The installer has several options for you. Always backup your files before doing anything. My personal opinion, backup, fresh install, restore backup. Equo is going to make this easier in the future. You will be able to take the mini and upgrade to a full dvd version also. More information will come on this. If you are familiar with the system then you can keep up to date via portage and layman.
What is Entropy or Equo?
The binary system of Sabayon Linux. You will use the client called equo to access the entropy system to install binary packages. This is still in beta stages as of 3.5 Loop1. We don't have a lot of documentation on it yet as it's still being developed. Check out the Wiki on Entropy
- Use equo --help for finding out the list of commands. Use equo --help --verbose for more commands
- Example of installing a package equo install foo of course you will want to make sure your database updated first, equo update.
- To search for package equo search foo
- To remove a package equo remove foo
- Spritz is the GUI for Entropy.
A binary is a prepackaged file already built that you use for installing instead of having to compile the source file. Equo and Spritz will handle these files.
How do I make sure my system is secure?
It's pretty easy to keep your system secure.
- Open up konsole or terminal and su to root
- Run the command glsa-check -t all to check your system
- Then to fix run glsa-check -f $(glsa-check -t all)
How do I handle blocked packages?
You are gonna run into packages blocking other packages. This can happen for several reasons, ie a package has been dropped from portage as it no longer exists. In most cases you will simply remove the package that is blocking the new package. You will want to do some researching on this first. Don't take portage for granted and blindly do as it says without checking out what or why.
Note - latest portage version handles most blockages, version 2.2 and higher
How to handle masked packages?
A package is complaining that it is masked and can not install. This is one of those times you want to check why it is masked. A masked package is usually masked to prevent you from busting things. There is several ways a package can be masked. You can still install masked packages, but make sure you find out why they are masked.
How do I update the config files?
As you install stuff, some packages are gonna bring in config files. These config files are important as they may have new settings for that package that need to be implemented. I stress that these config files are very very critical to pay attention to. You can change the entire outcome of your computer if you are not careful. Get to know your config files. There is several ways to handle these files, etc-update and dispatch-conf are probably the most popular ways of handling them. A gui for this, etc-proposals. Please handle these files with care. You can't know these files enough.
For entropy:
#equo conf update
Where do I start to configure my system?
This is where the true power and fun is. The make.conf is your heart and soul of your operating sytem. Learn it, edit it and build a lean mean machine. Sabayon Linux ships with a generic make.conf that tries to support every thing under the sun. You don't need all that stuff and by configuring, you will have lesser issues with portage and conflicts.
Where does portage download the packages too?
You can find the files that portage downloads to /usr/portage/distfiles/
Where does entropy download the packages too?
They are downloaded and stored in /var/lib/entropy/packages/ for instance on my amd64 using branch 4 they are stored in /var/lib/entropy/packages/amd64/4
How do I clean out entropy downloaded packages?
# equo cleanup
See wiki page of commands or equo --help --verbose
3D Desktop/Compiz Questions
The cube was working on livecd but doesn't on install, now what?
There is several ways to do this. When you're on the login screen, click the Sessions box and select Acceleration Manager. Another way is to look for Acceleration Manager in the Kmenu. Another method is to open konsole and su to root and run the command accel-manager. Whatever method you use will bring up a box for you to make your selection. After you make your selection you need to restart X so it can take effect. To restart X you can simply ctrl alt backspace or issues the command /etc/init.d/xdm restart. Upon login back in, you should now have wobbly windows and a cube.
I did all that and it still don't work, now what?
Well, now it's getting difficult as we need to check more things. You will need the assistance of the forum or irc to help. I recommend to try and find the source of your problem first. When logged in, open a konsole and type in fusion-icon and see what the error is in konsole. You will need that error message to post with your help request. Make sure you have the latest video drivers for your video card also.
How do I update Compiz-Fusion to latest Dev. Version?
We have a guide on the forum that is maintained to keep up with the changes in the Compiz-Fusion development.
How do I know if my card will work with Compiz-Fusion?
We have a card list that the community has reported on if their card works or not. It's not a complete list, but a good list to reference.
Where can I get more help on Compiz-Fusion?
I would suggest their support forum.
How do I install KDE 4.x.x with Equo?
equo install kde-meta-4.x.x
replace the x's with the version of KDE you want
How Do I enable Autologin?
Please see our wiki page for how to
Networking Questions
How do I find out what network card I have?
as root run in konsole or terminal lspci that will list hardware, look for your Ethernet controller
How do I setup my network?
Well hopefully the livecd/dvd recognizes your network and NetworkManager sets your network up for you. If it doesn't, try running the command as root, simply su and run net-setup. You're going to want to consult the Gentoo Networking section.
I can ping my router but can't access the internet?
You're having DNS issues. You need to edit the file /etc/resolv.conf and enter the correct DNS, then restart your network. If you don't know what to use for DNS, use 4.2.2.2
Sound Questions
I have no sound, what do I do?
- Let's see if you computer detects your sound card so, from a command line, use su to become root and run alsaconf - hopefully your card shows up and all you have to do is select and go.
- After running that you can use alsamixer or kmix to adjust your sound settings.
- If you have HDA-Intel Card, Please see this Howto
How can I determine what card I have?
as root run the command lspci | grep -i audio
How do I install the alsa-driver instead of having it in the kernel?
Sabayon Linux comes with alsa built into the kernel. You can't install the alsa-drivers while alsa is built into the kernel. You have to remove alsa from the kernel before you install the alsa-driver package. So su to root:
- cd /usr/src/linux
- make menuconfig
- Now deselect ALSA and exit the menu
- Run: make && make modules_install
- Run: cp arch/i386/boot/bzImage /boot/kernel_name <--replace kernel_name with the actual name of kernel
- Reboot
- emerge alsa-driver when back to desktop
- More info: Gentoo ALSA Guide.
Why do I have to run alsaconf every time I reboot?
This usually happens if you have more than one sound card in your machine. Many people have an onboard sound card and then stick in a better sound card. Disable your onboard sound card via your bios and when you run alsaconf again, it will restore your sound each time you reboot.
Video Questions
My nvidia card is a legacy card, what driver do I need?
You will need to compare you card with the information below to find out which driver is best for your card
I need help with my ati card!
I don't have ati so I can't supply much help here, but I can point ya to:
How do I setup AIGLX with my ATI?
How do I setup Dual Monitors?
Personally I use twin view and it works great with Compiz-Fusion also. Check out the gentoo wiki Howto Dual Monitors
Video Worked on Livecd/dvd, but not once install, options?
If your video was fine on the livecd/dvd I would boot the livecd/dvd up and copy the xorg.conf from it to your hard drive install. There is several ways to do this.
- Option 1 - Boot up and browse to /etc/X11/ and copy the file xorg.conf to your installed version. You should be able to access your installed version thru /media so it maybe something like /media/mydrive/etc/X11/ Reboot the computer and you should have what you had on the livecd/dvd. Always backup your files, before overwriting.
- Option 2 - Boot up and browse to /etc/X11/xorg.conf and use something like http://www.pastebin.ca to paste your xorg.conf file there. Note the URL so when you reboot to your installed version you can access it. Than just rename your existing xorg.conf and make a new one with the one you pasted.
- If you still don't have any luck, we may need to look at your drivers. Try reinstalling your video drivers, but before just reinstalling, make sure you are getting the latest drivers. Nvidia users, make sure you are using the proper drivers for your card. See question number 1 under Video Questions
Mini Edition Questions
I installed mini edition and keep getting Unable to calculate Linux Kernel version
The mini edition doesn't ship with the sources. You need to add the sources. As of right now the mini edition kernel is no longer, so you need to upgrade the kernel:
How do I know what Version of Sabayon I have?
run the command cat /etc/sabayon-release
I can't get the livecd/dvd to boot, help!
Make sure you md5sum is good and you burnt the iso image as slow as possible with burn verify. This is vital and you will be asked every time if you have done this, so do it.
- Use the cheat codes -- Use the F5 key when the livecd/dvd menu and enter your code(s) into the box that appears
- If you're still having problems, post on the forum your hardware and what cheat codes you tried. Maybe someone else has or had same issue and found a way to boot it.
Does the mini have 3D Desktop?
Yes, the mini contains the eye candy like the DVD. It just doesn't have as many regular packages or the sources.
Should I get the 32 bit or the 64 bit?
This is a never ending debatable question. For new users, 32 bit is easier to operate as 64 bit is a bit more fussier. Everything should work in 64 bit as the 32 bit version. Keep in mind that you are still using mostly 32 bit applications. The average desktop user is not going to see benefits over the 32 bit. I suggest to people to try both out and see for themselves. In my experience I see most new people picking the 32 bit version. You can certainly Google for more information on this debate.
Can I install without having to burn the iso to CD or DVD?
Yes, you can install if you don't have a cd or dvd burner.
Help and Support Questions
How Do I get Log files to get better support?
With the package app-misc/sabayonlive-tools, you can easily gather important information to help you debug and provide vital information for the support team to help you. Please see this thread to learn how
Where Do I file a Bug?
Please use our bugzilla
Where can I get help?
Are you lost and confused? There is a lot of great resources out there. I highly encourage to do some searching first before running into irc or the forum and making the same post that has already been posted 100 times. It gets really old answering the same question day in and day out when it's so well documented.
- Sabayon Linux Forum
- Sabayon Linux Wiki
- Gentoo Handbook
- Official Gentoo Documentation
- Gentoo Wiki
- Converting from Debian
- Gentoo Portage
- How to Handle Portage Correctly
- irc.freenode.net in channel #Sabayon also on desktop Get Live Help -- note to irc users, be human and have patience. Do not paste errors in the room either. To paste messages in irc, use pastebin.ca, nopaste or your favorite pasting site. Then simply give the url to your paste so others can view your error. The people in irc are not paid to be there, they do it out of dedication, so treat them nice. Trolling, Stupidity, and Rudeness will get you banned. Also note that the irc room is not there to teach you linux or hold your hand. Don't be lazy, do your part too.
* Quick note when pasting error messages - Do not paste the error message alone, everyone thinks that ERROR: x11-base/xgl-0.0.1_pre20070915 failed is the error, it's not. The error is above that, post the entire build log so we don't have to waste time waiting for you to post back with the actual error. If you read below the ERROR: it even says to paste the upper most error and call stack if relevant.
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