[QCLUG] Newbie having installation errors

[Robert Jones]

Good Morning, When I got up this morning I read all the messages and 
there is one thing that I haven't seen anyone mention.  Being somewhat 
new to Linux, I'm using Ubuntu 8.10 now, I have had lots of problems 
with Vista / Linux.  The problem you are having is a new one to me.  
However, I think one thing I would try before I bought a new computer 
would be to do a "low level format" using "fdisk".  That will take your 
drive back to it's original condition with "Everything" written over. 
Then do a Ubuntu install.  If you decide to give that a try, Google 
"download fdisk" and you should get a number of places to get it.  If 
you want some help I have it on a 3/12" disk and would be glad to give 
you a hand at my house or wherever you want.  I have a external 3 1/2" 
drive (USB) so we should be alright.  Let me know if I can be of help.
Bob Jones
Le Claire, Iowa

Luis Gonzalez wrote:
> All,
>  
>     I would like to know if anyone could help me with this 
> installation error.  I am currently running Vista and have tried to 
> install Ubuntu 8.10 in order to dual boot.  I keep getting the 
> following error. At 5% it says that ext3 failed, and returns me to the 
> partintionar. I have tried it so that the partitioner allocates the 
> appropriate space.  I have tried using the whole disc, and I have even 
> tried shrinking my current drive in vista to free up space for 
> Ubuntu.  I keep getting the same error.  Can anyone help.  I just 
> would like to have Ubuntu and Vista on the same PC.  I need to keep 
> Vista for my wife, but if not I am willing to just have Ubuntu and get 
> rid of Windows all together.  Any help would be welcomed.  I live in 
> Davenport, and I am willing to meet at a Starbucks or Panera if anyone 
> is interested.  Thank you in advance.
>
> -- 
> Luis J Gonzalez Jr.