[Ubuntu-x-swat] [Bug 445881] Re: too old xorg server in 9.10 desktop install causes issues with forcevesa / safe graphics installation

I figured out a (dirty) workaround at least for the SIS 66x/76x Users. Adding a "vga=788", starts the fbdev driver and it will be used for the xserver in the installation too. I still recommend to fix the boot image Xorg server to recognise "xforcevesa", but at least this quick hack helps. ** A

[Ubuntu-x-swat] [Bug 445881] Re: too old xorg server in 9.10 desktop install causes issues with forcevesa / safe graphics installation

Just a last hint: You can find similar problems with Notebook users who have graphic issues at the xorg screen when installing via the desktop- install-cd. forcing the vesa driver could help them to get a least non-accelerated, but fine working X11 server, which should help them to get through the

[Ubuntu-x-swat] [Bug 445881] Re: too old xorg server in 9.10 desktop install causes issues with forcevesa / safe graphics installation

Some more details why it is important to allow forcing the usage of vesa driver in xorg when installing Ubuntu-Desktop: I have a Fujitsu Siemens Esprimo E5600, using the infamous SIS761GX graphic chipset. These PCs are current sold very cheap in thousands of used auctions and 2nd hand computer st

[Ubuntu-x-swat] [Bug 445881] [NEW] too old xorg server in 9.10 desktop install causes issues with forcevesa / safe graphics installation

Public bug reported: Binary package hint: xorg When trying to install the current Beta of Ubuntu 9.10 (desktop-installation image), there graphical issues with i.e. SIS 761GX onboard graphic-controllers. These "could" be fixed when using the option "Safe Graphic mode" or even better: xforceve