Help need intel compatability! Basic xeon with built in graphics setup D=

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Bottom line for those looking to buy a comp with on board graphics and a free Linux os. I suggest staying away from intel and going with one of the brands that is supportive of the free os community.

Sorry you had such problems.  I don't have any computers that use Intel integrated graphics, but in their defense, they actually do have good Linux support for many of their devices and actively develop the drivers -- which is much more than most companies do.  Looks like you just unluckily picked one of ones they don't support well.

Generally speaking, from what I've read and seen on forums, most i3, i5, & i7 processor/integrated graphics combo's will work without issue in Linux.  Only caveat is when the graphics chip is a very recent model -- then Linux drivers may not be immediately available.  Xeon processor combos on the other hand, I have seen a number of posts regarding issues with them.  (There are other exceptions as well -- some older ones that have problems -- but generally speaking Intel is pretty good with their Linux support.)  I know that doesn't help you much, linux noob, but just wanted to make sure others don't get the wrong impression.

P.s.  I have absolutely no affiliation with Intel at all.  As a matter of fact, I happen to prefer AMD processors myself and have 5 computers that all have AMD in them.  (Intel's over-priced in my opinion -- but that's a different issue.)