Asus A8Jc

Introduction

This is a guide to running Linux with the Asus A8Jc laptop. The A8Js is a middle of the line laptop but it does its job well. Its support for Linux is very good with little effort required.

This guide is intended to provide you details on how well this laptop works with Linux and which modules you need to configure. For details on how to actually install and configure the required modules have a look at our guides section for distribution specific instructions.

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Specifications

Name	Asus A8Jc
Processor	Intel Core Duo T2300 1.66GHz
Screen	14.1” WXGA
RAM	1GB
HDD	80GB
Optical Drive	DVD+-RW
Graphics	NVIDIA GeForce FX Go7300
Network	10/100 Ethernet, Intel 3945 802.11g Wireless, Bluetooth
Other	5 x USB2.0, 1 x Firewire, Webcam

Linux Compatibility

Device	Compatibility	Comments
Processor	Yes
Screen	Yes
Optical Drive	Yes
Graphics	Yes
Sound	Yes	Use the snd-hda-intel module
Ethernet	Yes
Wireless	Yes	Use the ipw3945 module
Bluetooth	Not Tested
56K Modem	Not Tested
USB	Yes
Firewire	Not Tested
Card Reader	Not Tested
ExpressCard Slot	Not Tested
Camera	Not Tested

Notes

The NVIDIA GeForce FX Go7300 can work with both the open source 'nv' module as well as NVIDIA's proprietary module. You may find our Configuring a nVidia graphics chip installation guide useful. 3D support is only available with the NVIDIA driver.