[TriLUG] Linux on Alpha...

[Kevin Otte]

On Sat, May 14, 2005 at 10:42:39AM -0500, Michael Sh wrote:

> (snip)

> and a DEC Multia UDB (sort of an early version of a micro-box)...
> ...
> but the others will be set up as practical linux boxes.

I don't know how much practical use you'll be able to get out of the Multia. 
I had one for a couple weeks and was able to successfully install Debian on
it, but it was pretty slow.  I suppose it might make a decent X-Terminal.

> I've been looking at "Alpha-Linux" and Debian/GNU Linux's Alpha port.  Is
> there anyone on the list running either or another distribution on an
> Alpha that could give me a few pointers or caveats?

The easiest way to get Debian on that Multia is, if memory serves, going to
be to make a boot and root floppy for it and then install from the network. 
If the other machines have CD-ROMs, that might go a tad easier.

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