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David Siegel
Asked: 2010-07-29 13:00:34 +0800 CST

Where can I find a list of computers guaranteed to work with Ubuntu?

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Before I buy my next laptop, I'd like to make sure that it will work perfectly with Ubuntu. Is there a list of completely supported computers anywhere?

hardware compatibility hardware-certification

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  1. Best Answer

    There is an ongoing QA effort for Laptops and Desktops in the Ubuntu Community - you can find that information here:

    Old Ubuntu Laptop Reports and for everything 11.04 and onwards, Laptop Testing Site

    You can find the reports for Lucid tested Laptops tests here: 10.04 Lucid Laptop Tests. The best course of action is to find a handful of laptops you're interested in then check the Reports on each.

    If you feel compelled to help you can find more information at the Laptop Testing page.

    Finally there is a detailed list of compatible systems on the Ubuntu Certification page.

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  2. This page on ubuntu.com has the breakdown of certified machines by manufacturer and model type.

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  3. If you get a computer with Ubuntu preinstalled, it's guaranteed to work with Ubuntu. Dell and System76 are the two most recommended companies from which to get Ubuntu computers.

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  4. Another retailer for preinstalled Ubuntu systems is ZaReason.

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  5. It's too general a question to make one specific recommendation so your best solution is to look at the Ubuntu Certified Hardware page.

    You can review which laptop best suits your requirements by the manufacturer of your choice.

    It lists all the laptops certified for Ubuntu by release as well

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  6. There is a wiki page of supported hardware, but I don't think it's fully exhaustive. The motherboard I'm using works fine and doesn't appear anywhere on that list.

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  7. Another way is get some flashdrive with ubuntu and test at the store

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  8. Laptop compatibility information here : http://www.linux-laptop.net/

    Some details about DELL compatibility with Ubuntu here: http://www.linux-laptop.net/dell.html

    But alas, no mention of the Inspiron 13z.

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  9. There is an open hardware validation programme for laptops, desktops, and netbooks called Ubuntu Friendly. It is still under works, and will probably will launched for 11.10.

    The launchpad project is located here

    The idea is to allow anyone to test any hardware, and report the results back. Multiple positive results for the same hardware will result in a Ubuntu Friendly certification.

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