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MSI EX627
Introduction
This is a compatibility guide to running Linux with the MSI EX627 laptop.
This page is just for discussing using Linux on the MSI EX627. For a general discussion about this laptop you can visit the MSI EX627 page on LapWik.
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Specifications
For full specifications see the MSI EX627 specifications page.
| Name | MSI EX627 |
| Processor | Intel Core 2 Duo Processor |
| Screen | 16 HD (1366×768) |
| Graphics | ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4570 |
| RAM | Up to 4GB |
| HDD | 160GB to 320GB - 5400rpm |
| Optical Drive | DVD Super Multi Blu-Ray Drive |
| Network | 10/100 Built-in 802.11b/g/n |
Linux Compatibility
| Device | Compatibility | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Compatible | |
| Screen | Compatible | |
| HDD | Compatible | |
| Optical Drive | Compatible | |
| Graphics | Compatible | For 3D Use, Install ATI's driver |
| Sound | Compatible | Read 'Notes' on how to get it working |
| Ethernet | Compatible | |
| Wireless | Compatible | |
| Bluetooth | Compatible | |
| Modem | Compatible | |
| USB | Compatible | |
| Firewire | Compatible | |
| Card Reader | Compatible | |
| Webcam | Compatible |
Notes
Drivers for sound are available, but after installation of the Realtek HD drivers, you need to edit or make the file hda_intel.conf in /etc/modprobe.d/
Next, add the next line to it:
options snd-hda-intel model=targa-8ch-dig probe_mask=1
Save, Reboot and you should have sound, also from the internal speakers
Summary
Works like a charm. It's fast, unbelievable stable, and i achieve higher download speeds with the wireless adapter, then under Windows 7 with the most recent drivers.
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