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Asus V1SN
Introduction
This is a compatibility guide to running Linux with the Asus V1SN laptop.
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 V1SN |
| Processor | Intel Core 2 Duo |
| Screen | 15.4” WXGA+ or WSXGA+ Widescreen |
| RAM | 1GB to 4GB |
| HDD | 160GB to 320GB |
| Optical Drive | DVD+-RW |
| Graphics | NVIDIA Geforce 9500M |
| Network | Ethernet, Intel 4965AGN 802.11abgn, Bluetooth |
Linux Compatibility
| Device | Compatibility | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Works | |
| Screen | Works | |
| HDD | Works | |
| Optical Drive | Works | |
| Graphics | Works | Install the proprietary NVIDIA drivers if you want 3D support. |
| Sound | Works | |
| Ethernet | Works | |
| Wireless | Works | |
| Bluetooth | Not Tested | |
| 56K Modem | Not Tested | |
| USB | Works | |
| Firewire | Not Tested | |
| Card Reader | Not Tested | |
| ExpressCard Slot | Not Tested | |
| Fingerprint Reader | Not Tested | |
| Camera | Works |
Notes
The NVIDIA Geforce 9500M needs the proprietary NVIDIA drivers for 3D to work. See the guides here for instructions.
Summary
The Asus V1SN works well with Linux, no problems to report.
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