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Installation Guide

2007-08-07T14:24:18Z

Sandel:

''' If you want to install LinuxMCE using the DVD check these steps [[DVD_Installation]]'''

Steps for installing Linux MCE on an Ubuntu 7.04 system :

'''1.''' Take an Ubuntu install already configured with Internet connection (Configure your network card and DNS). If you don't have an Ubuntu system already installed please follow these generic steps:

*Take an [http://www.ubuntu.com/products/GetUbuntu/download?action=show&redirect=download Ubuntu Live Cd] and boot from it.
*Choose 'Start or install Ubuntu'
*When Ubuntu's desktop appears, double-click on 'Install'
*A short wizard will start and guide you; Select the language and press 'forward'
*Choose your timezone and press 'forward'
*Select the keyboard layout
*Choose desktop name, a user name and a password
*Select the partitioning options for your disk: erase the entire disk or just manually edit the options.
*Ready to install.
*Reboot the system and remove the Live CD
 

'''2.''' From within the Ubuntu 7.04 desktop, open Firefox (the orange and blue icon at the top), and go to [http://www.linuxmce.com www.linuxmce.com] and select 'Download Instructions' to download the Linux MCE CD`s or the DVD on your machine. Or just use this direct link [http://wiki.linuxmce.org/index.php/Mirrors click here]

[[Image:Good1.jpg|400px]]

'''3.''' Once you have downloaded the packages, proceed with the installation. First, you have to install mce-installer, which is the software that will guide you through the installation. Right-click on it, go to Kubuntu Package Menu -> Install Package.

[[Image:Inst1.jpg|400px]]

'''4.''' The installer will have put an "Install Linux MCE" icon on your desktop. Double-click it to start the installation process. A window will appear saying that you will be notified when updates are available.

[[Image:Snapshot1.JPG|400px]]

After this you have to choose if you want a dedicated core or a hybrid ([http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php/Getting_Started#A_Dedicated_Core click here]to find out the difference between a core and a hybrid), and then click on "Forward" button.

[[Image:Snapshot2.JPG|400px]]

'''5.''' *Only for Nvidia cards - LinuxMCE will detect that you are using a nVidia Card, but you are not using the proprietary video driver. Only that driver works well with LinuxMCE and nvidia cards and it will ask you it you want to switch to it now.

[[Image:Snapshot3.JPG|400px]]

'''6.''' The next screen will ask you want to keep your current network configuration or if you want to set your network options manually; then press "Forward".
[[Image:Snapshot4.JPG|400px]]

And then you must set your network using static IP or DHCP

[[Image:Snapshot5.JPG|400px]]

'''7.''' You have to choose a mirror

[[Image:Snapshot6.JPG|400px]]

'''8.''' In the next step you have 2 options :
*First it asks you if you want to Run a DHCP Server or not. LinuxMCE must be the DHCP server for your home in order to provide plug-and-play detection of network devices like IP Cameras and VOIP phones, and to provide network boot images to any other pc's in the home you want to use as media stations.
*The other option asks if you want to keep the default Internal Network address or if you want to change it. If you have already a DHCP-Server running, choose also this option. You can then switch from 'manually' to 'DHCP'.

After that you must press 'Forward'.

[[Image:Snapshot7.JPG|400px]]

'''9.''' In the next window you need to choose what interface you want to use and you have to pick one of three possibilities.

[[Image:Snapshot8.JPG|400px]]

'''10.''' On the next step you have to choose if you want to install lame and libdvdcss and if it is legal in your country to use them.

[[Image:Snapshot9.JPG|400px]]

'''11.''' You have to select how do you plan to use your computer: Primarily used as a PC- you can start LMCE manually when you need it or A dedicated LinuxMCE and you can start ubuntu when you need it.

[[Image:Snapshot10.JPG|400px]]

'''12.''' This step is very important you have to insert

LinuxMCE DISC 1

[[Image:Snapshot11.JPG|400px]]

LinuxMCE DISC 2

[[Image:Snapshot12.JPG|400px]]

Kubuntu 7.04 Live CD

[[Image:Snapshot13.JPG|400px]]

You can see the message about the Linux MCE system installation.

[[Image:Snapshot14.JPG|400px]]

Don't worry if the system seems to stop at points or report what seems like error messages.
This is normal since at places it will be testing drivers out, and is only there for the advanced Linux user.
You will get a dialog box if something really does go wrong. And, understand this may take a very long time
since it will in parallel be updating your Ubuntu system to the latest version. Just leave it for an hour
or two and come back later.

After the installation is done you’ll receive a message from the installer that will tell you to restart the system

[[Image:Snapshot15.jpg|400px]]

Next follow the [http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php?title=QuickStart_Guide Quick Start Guide] to tell LinuxMCE about how you want to use it.

Note that if you said you want LinuxMCE to startup by default, after rebooting you'll have LinuxMCE, not Ubuntu. If you will only use this as a media pc, that's fine; you won't ever need to access the Ubuntu desktop to set anything up and can do it all from either the LMCE UI and a remote control, or with the LMCE web admin panel using the web browser of any pc in your home. But, if you want to use this as a normal Ubuntu PC too, and you want to start Ubuntu after LinuxMCE is going, there's not yet an icon to switch to Ubuntu from within LinuxMCE, so press Ctrl+Alt+F2, login, and type StartX. If you said you want Ubuntu by default, it will boot to the Ubuntu desktop and you can choose Applications, Sound & Video, Start Media Center to start LinuxMCE manually. When both LinuxMCE and Ubuntu are running, you can toggle between them by pressing ctrl+alt+f7 for Ubuntu and ctrl+alt+F11 for LinuxMCE. Unfortunately, at this moment, once you start LinuxMCE there is no way to stop it. The Ubuntu integration is still a work in progress.

Installation Network

2007-08-07T14:22:47Z

Sandel: Installation Network moved to DVD Installation

#redirect [[DVD Installation]]

LinuxMCE 710 DVD Installation

2007-08-07T14:22:47Z

Sandel: Installation Network moved to DVD Installation

1.Download the LMCE DVD ISO Image from <link>.

2.Burn it with your favorite dvd writing software.

3.Enter your LMCE PC BIOS (by pressing DEL, F2 key at boot-up), and select to first boot from CD/DVD.

4.Insert the LMCE DVD in the driver and save your bios settings.

5.If your PC will boot from the LMCE DVD you'll see the following boot menu:

[[Image:Boot_menu.JPG]]

5.1.Install Linux Media Center - will install LMCE on your hard drive;

5.2.Recovery - allows you to open a console and diagnose your un-bootable system or request support from technical department;

5.3.Memory test - test your PC volatile memory(SDRAM, DDRAM);

5.4.Boot from first hard disk - boot your pc from the first hard drive, like a normal boot.

6.To start the installation, choose the first option.

7.You will be asked to select the drive for install. Press 1 for the first hard-drive, 2 for the second, etc.

[[Image:which_drive.jpg]]

8.The installation continues

[[Image:Continue.jpg]]
[[Image:Continue2.jpg]]

9.When the installation is finished, you will be asked to remove the disc from the drive, close the tray and press 'enter'

[[Image:Finish.jpg]]

10.After reboot, LinuxMCE will load, and you will be asked to configure your audio and video settings

[[Image:WelcomeAV.jpg]]

10.1.Select the output connector of your video card, the resolution and refresh of your display adapter.

[[Image:Setrez.jpg]]

10.2.If you can see the following image, press on 'continue'. else, choose a lower resolution/refresh

[[Image:Confirmrez.jpg]]

10.3.Select the graphical interface you want, according to your video card capabilities. For 'OpenGL' interface you should have at least a GeForce 6200 video card

[[Image:SelectUI.jpg]]

10.4.In the next step, you have to adjust the image to align it with the corner arrows

[[Image:Adjustimage.jpg]]

10.5.Choose the audio output connector

[[Image:Audiooutput.jpg]]

10.6.Select the output volume of your PC.

[[Image:Audiovolume.jpg]]

10.7.The review of your setup options. You can agree, or return to the first step and run your options again

[[Image:Finalstep.jpg]]

11.After you complete the video setup press "Start using the system now".

[[Image:SeeAndHearMe.jpg]]
[[Image:StartUsingTheSystemNow.jpg]]

12.LMCE Launch Manager will start your Media Center.

[[Image:LM_LMCE.jpg]]

13.And open the Onscreen Orbiter

[[Image:Orbiter.jpg]]

14.Click Computing, then Pluto Admin to open the LinuxMCE Web Admin page.

[[Image:Computing.jpg]]

15.Login with your LMCE user and password, that you have created in VIdeo Wizard (the first user created).

[[Image:WebAdminLogin.jpg]]

16.Go to Advanced -> Network -> Network Settings to modify your network settings:

[[Image:Netw_set_menu.jpg]]
[[Image:Netw_set_page.jpg]]

17.For the "external network card" select "Use a static IP address" and complete yours IP/Subnet/Gateway/DNS provided by your ISP.

[[Image:Netw_set_ip.jpg]]

18.After you've finished setting up your network press update, and then the close button from the bottom right side of the screen.

Installation Guide

2007-08-07T14:21:07Z

Sandel:

''' If you want to install LinuxMCE using the DVD check these steps [[http://wiki.linuxmce.com/index.php/Installation_Network DVD Installation]]'''

Steps for installing Linux MCE on an Ubuntu 7.04 system :

'''1.''' Take an Ubuntu install already configured with Internet connection (Configure your network card and DNS). If you don't have an Ubuntu system already installed please follow these generic steps:

*Take an [http://www.ubuntu.com/products/GetUbuntu/download?action=show&redirect=download Ubuntu Live Cd] and boot from it.
*Choose 'Start or install Ubuntu'
*When Ubuntu's desktop appears, double-click on 'Install'
*A short wizard will start and guide you; Select the language and press 'forward'
*Choose your timezone and press 'forward'
*Select the keyboard layout
*Choose desktop name, a user name and a password
*Select the partitioning options for your disk: erase the entire disk or just manually edit the options.
*Ready to install.
*Reboot the system and remove the Live CD
 

'''2.''' From within the Ubuntu 7.04 desktop, open Firefox (the orange and blue icon at the top), and go to [http://www.linuxmce.com www.linuxmce.com] and select 'Download Instructions' to download the Linux MCE CD`s or the DVD on your machine. Or just use this direct link [http://wiki.linuxmce.org/index.php/Mirrors click here]

[[Image:Good1.jpg|400px]]

'''3.''' Once you have downloaded the packages, proceed with the installation. First, you have to install mce-installer, which is the software that will guide you through the installation. Right-click on it, go to Kubuntu Package Menu -> Install Package.

[[Image:Inst1.jpg|400px]]

'''4.''' The installer will have put an "Install Linux MCE" icon on your desktop. Double-click it to start the installation process. A window will appear saying that you will be notified when updates are available.

[[Image:Snapshot1.JPG|400px]]

After this you have to choose if you want a dedicated core or a hybrid ([http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php/Getting_Started#A_Dedicated_Core click here]to find out the difference between a core and a hybrid), and then click on "Forward" button.

[[Image:Snapshot2.JPG|400px]]

'''5.''' *Only for Nvidia cards - LinuxMCE will detect that you are using a nVidia Card, but you are not using the proprietary video driver. Only that driver works well with LinuxMCE and nvidia cards and it will ask you it you want to switch to it now.

[[Image:Snapshot3.JPG|400px]]

'''6.''' The next screen will ask you want to keep your current network configuration or if you want to set your network options manually; then press "Forward".
[[Image:Snapshot4.JPG|400px]]

And then you must set your network using static IP or DHCP

[[Image:Snapshot5.JPG|400px]]

'''7.''' You have to choose a mirror

[[Image:Snapshot6.JPG|400px]]

'''8.''' In the next step you have 2 options :
*First it asks you if you want to Run a DHCP Server or not. LinuxMCE must be the DHCP server for your home in order to provide plug-and-play detection of network devices like IP Cameras and VOIP phones, and to provide network boot images to any other pc's in the home you want to use as media stations.
*The other option asks if you want to keep the default Internal Network address or if you want to change it. If you have already a DHCP-Server running, choose also this option. You can then switch from 'manually' to 'DHCP'.

After that you must press 'Forward'.

[[Image:Snapshot7.JPG|400px]]

'''9.''' In the next window you need to choose what interface you want to use and you have to pick one of three possibilities.

[[Image:Snapshot8.JPG|400px]]

'''10.''' On the next step you have to choose if you want to install lame and libdvdcss and if it is legal in your country to use them.

[[Image:Snapshot9.JPG|400px]]

'''11.''' You have to select how do you plan to use your computer: Primarily used as a PC- you can start LMCE manually when you need it or A dedicated LinuxMCE and you can start ubuntu when you need it.

[[Image:Snapshot10.JPG|400px]]

'''12.''' This step is very important you have to insert

LinuxMCE DISC 1

[[Image:Snapshot11.JPG|400px]]

LinuxMCE DISC 2

[[Image:Snapshot12.JPG|400px]]

Kubuntu 7.04 Live CD

[[Image:Snapshot13.JPG|400px]]

You can see the message about the Linux MCE system installation.

[[Image:Snapshot14.JPG|400px]]

Don't worry if the system seems to stop at points or report what seems like error messages.
This is normal since at places it will be testing drivers out, and is only there for the advanced Linux user.
You will get a dialog box if something really does go wrong. And, understand this may take a very long time
since it will in parallel be updating your Ubuntu system to the latest version. Just leave it for an hour
or two and come back later.

After the installation is done you’ll receive a message from the installer that will tell you to restart the system

[[Image:Snapshot15.jpg|400px]]

Next follow the [http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php?title=QuickStart_Guide Quick Start Guide] to tell LinuxMCE about how you want to use it.

Note that if you said you want LinuxMCE to startup by default, after rebooting you'll have LinuxMCE, not Ubuntu. If you will only use this as a media pc, that's fine; you won't ever need to access the Ubuntu desktop to set anything up and can do it all from either the LMCE UI and a remote control, or with the LMCE web admin panel using the web browser of any pc in your home. But, if you want to use this as a normal Ubuntu PC too, and you want to start Ubuntu after LinuxMCE is going, there's not yet an icon to switch to Ubuntu from within LinuxMCE, so press Ctrl+Alt+F2, login, and type StartX. If you said you want Ubuntu by default, it will boot to the Ubuntu desktop and you can choose Applications, Sound & Video, Start Media Center to start LinuxMCE manually. When both LinuxMCE and Ubuntu are running, you can toggle between them by pressing ctrl+alt+f7 for Ubuntu and ctrl+alt+F11 for LinuxMCE. Unfortunately, at this moment, once you start LinuxMCE there is no way to stop it. The Ubuntu integration is still a work in progress.

Installation Guide

2007-08-07T14:08:21Z

Sandel:

'''Still needs to be updated for LinuxMCE 0704'''

Steps for installing Linux MCE on an Ubuntu 7.04 system :

'''1.''' Take an Ubuntu install already configured with Internet connection (Configure your network card and DNS). If you don't have an Ubuntu system already installed please follow these generic steps:

*Take an [http://www.ubuntu.com/products/GetUbuntu/download?action=show&redirect=download Ubuntu Live Cd] and boot from it.
*Choose 'Start or install Ubuntu'
*When Ubuntu's desktop appears, double-click on 'Install'
*A short wizard will start and guide you; Select the language and press 'forward'
*Choose your timezone and press 'forward'
*Select the keyboard layout
*Choose desktop name, a user name and a password
*Select the partitioning options for your disk: erase the entire disk or just manually edit the options.
*Ready to install.
*Reboot the system and remove the Live CD
 

'''2.''' From within the Ubuntu 7.04 desktop, open Firefox (the orange and blue icon at the top), and go to [http://www.linuxmce.com www.linuxmce.com] and select 'Download Instructions' to download the Linux MCE CD`s or the DVD on your machine. Or just use this direct link [http://wiki.linuxmce.org/index.php/Mirrors click here]

[[Image:Good1.jpg|400px]]

'''3.''' Once you have downloaded the packages, proceed with the installation. First, you have to install mce-installer, which is the software that will guide you through the installation. Right-click on it, go to Kubuntu Package Menu -> Install Package.

[[Image:Inst1.jpg|400px]]

'''4.''' The installer will have put an "Install Linux MCE" icon on your desktop. Double-click it to start the installation process. A window will appear saying that you will be notified when updates are available.

[[Image:Snapshot1.JPG|400px]]

After this you have to choose if you want a dedicated core or a hybrid ([http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php/Getting_Started#A_Dedicated_Core click here]to find out the difference between a core and a hybrid), and then click on "Forward" button.

[[Image:Snapshot2.JPG|400px]]

'''5.''' *Only for Nvidia cards - LinuxMCE will detect that you are using a nVidia Card, but you are not using the proprietary video driver. Only that driver works well with LinuxMCE and nvidia cards and it will ask you it you want to switch to it now.

[[Image:Snapshot3.JPG|400px]]

'''6.''' The next screen will ask you want to keep your current network configuration or if you want to set your network options manually; then press "Forward".
[[Image:Snapshot4.JPG|400px]]

And then you must set your network using static IP or DHCP

[[Image:Snapshot5.JPG|400px]]

'''7.''' You have to choose a mirror

[[Image:Snapshot6.JPG|400px]]

'''8.''' In the next step you have 2 options :
*First it asks you if you want to Run a DHCP Server or not. LinuxMCE must be the DHCP server for your home in order to provide plug-and-play detection of network devices like IP Cameras and VOIP phones, and to provide network boot images to any other pc's in the home you want to use as media stations.
*The other option asks if you want to keep the default Internal Network address or if you want to change it. If you have already a DHCP-Server running, choose also this option. You can then switch from 'manually' to 'DHCP'.

After that you must press 'Forward'.

[[Image:Snapshot7.JPG|400px]]

'''9.''' In the next window you need to choose what interface you want to use and you have to pick one of three possibilities.

[[Image:Snapshot8.JPG|400px]]

'''10.''' On the next step you have to choose if you want to install lame and libdvdcss and if it is legal in your country to use them.

[[Image:Snapshot9.JPG|400px]]

'''11.''' You have to select how do you plan to use your computer: Primarily used as a PC- you can start LMCE manually when you need it or A dedicated LinuxMCE and you can start ubuntu when you need it.

[[Image:Snapshot10.JPG|400px]]

'''12.''' This step is very important you have to insert

LinuxMCE DISC 1

[[Image:Snapshot11.JPG|400px]]

LinuxMCE DISC 2

[[Image:Snapshot12.JPG|400px]]

Kubuntu 7.04 Live CD

[[Image:Snapshot13.JPG|400px]]

You can see the message about the Linux MCE system installation.

[[Image:Snapshot14.JPG|400px]]

Don't worry if the system seems to stop at points or report what seems like error messages.
This is normal since at places it will be testing drivers out, and is only there for the advanced Linux user.
You will get a dialog box if something really does go wrong. And, understand this may take a very long time
since it will in parallel be updating your Ubuntu system to the latest version. Just leave it for an hour
or two and come back later.

After the installation is done you’ll receive a message from the installer that will tell you to restart the system

[[Image:Snapshot15.jpg|400px]]

Next follow the [http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php?title=QuickStart_Guide Quick Start Guide] to tell LinuxMCE about how you want to use it.

Note that if you said you want LinuxMCE to startup by default, after rebooting you'll have LinuxMCE, not Ubuntu. If you will only use this as a media pc, that's fine; you won't ever need to access the Ubuntu desktop to set anything up and can do it all from either the LMCE UI and a remote control, or with the LMCE web admin panel using the web browser of any pc in your home. But, if you want to use this as a normal Ubuntu PC too, and you want to start Ubuntu after LinuxMCE is going, there's not yet an icon to switch to Ubuntu from within LinuxMCE, so press Ctrl+Alt+F2, login, and type StartX. If you said you want Ubuntu by default, it will boot to the Ubuntu desktop and you can choose Applications, Sound & Video, Start Media Center to start LinuxMCE manually. When both LinuxMCE and Ubuntu are running, you can toggle between them by pressing ctrl+alt+f7 for Ubuntu and ctrl+alt+F11 for LinuxMCE. Unfortunately, at this moment, once you start LinuxMCE there is no way to stop it. The Ubuntu integration is still a work in progress.

File:Good1.jpg

2007-08-07T14:07:29Z

Sandel:

File:Good1.JPG

2007-08-07T14:06:32Z

Sandel:

File:Snap1.JPG

2007-08-07T14:03:09Z

Sandel:

Installation Guide

2007-08-07T13:56:16Z

Sandel:

'''Still needs to be updated for LinuxMCE 0704'''

Steps for installing Linux MCE on an Ubuntu 7.04 system :

'''1.''' Take an Ubuntu install already configured with Internet connection (Configure your network card and DNS). If you don't have an Ubuntu system already installed please follow these generic steps:

*Take an [http://www.ubuntu.com/products/GetUbuntu/download?action=show&redirect=download Ubuntu Live Cd] and boot from it.
*Choose 'Start or install Ubuntu'
*When Ubuntu's desktop appears, double-click on 'Install'
*A short wizard will start and guide you; Select the language and press 'forward'
*Choose your timezone and press 'forward'
*Select the keyboard layout
*Choose desktop name, a user name and a password
*Select the partitioning options for your disk: erase the entire disk or just manually edit the options.
*Ready to install.
*Reboot the system and remove the Live CD
 

'''2.''' From within the Ubuntu 7.04 desktop, open Firefox (the orange and blue icon at the top), and go to [http://www.linuxmce.com www.linuxmce.com] and select 'Download Instructions' to download the Linux MCE CD`s or the DVD on your machine. Or just use this direct link [http://wiki.linuxmce.org/index.php/Mirrors click here]

[[Image:DownloadInstaller.jpg|400px]]

'''3.''' Once you have downloaded the packages, proceed with the installation. First, you have to install mce-installer, which is the software that will guide you through the installation. Right-click on it, go to Kubuntu Package Menu -> Install Package.

[[Image:Inst1.jpg|400px]]

'''4.''' The installer will have put an "Install Linux MCE" icon on your desktop. Double-click it to start the installation process. A window will appear saying that you will be notified when updates are available.

[[Image:Snapshot1.JPG|400px]]

After this you have to choose if you want a dedicated core or a hybrid ([http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php/Getting_Started#A_Dedicated_Core click here]to find out the difference between a core and a hybrid), and then click on "Forward" button.

[[Image:Snapshot2.JPG|400px]]

'''5.''' *Only for Nvidia cards - LinuxMCE will detect that you are using a nVidia Card, but you are not using the proprietary video driver. Only that driver works well with LinuxMCE and nvidia cards and it will ask you it you want to switch to it now.

[[Image:Snapshot3.JPG|400px]]

'''6.''' The next screen will ask you want to keep your current network configuration or if you want to set your network options manually; then press "Forward".
[[Image:Snapshot4.JPG|400px]]

And then you must set your network using static IP or DHCP

[[Image:Snapshot5.JPG|400px]]

'''7.''' You have to choose a mirror

[[Image:Snapshot6.JPG|400px]]

'''8.''' In the next step you have 2 options :
*First it asks you if you want to Run a DHCP Server or not. LinuxMCE must be the DHCP server for your home in order to provide plug-and-play detection of network devices like IP Cameras and VOIP phones, and to provide network boot images to any other pc's in the home you want to use as media stations.
*The other option asks if you want to keep the default Internal Network address or if you want to change it. If you have already a DHCP-Server running, choose also this option. You can then switch from 'manually' to 'DHCP'.

After that you must press 'Forward'.

[[Image:Snapshot7.JPG|400px]]

'''9.''' In the next window you need to choose what interface you want to use and you have to pick one of three possibilities.

[[Image:Snapshot8.JPG|400px]]

'''10.''' On the next step you have to choose if you want to install lame and libdvdcss and if it is legal in your country to use them.

[[Image:Snapshot9.JPG|400px]]

'''11.''' You have to select how do you plan to use your computer: Primarily used as a PC- you can start LMCE manually when you need it or A dedicated LinuxMCE and you can start ubuntu when you need it.

[[Image:Snapshot10.JPG|400px]]

'''12.''' This step is very important you have to insert

LinuxMCE DISC 1

[[Image:Snapshot11.JPG|400px]]

LinuxMCE DISC 2

[[Image:Snapshot12.JPG|400px]]

Kubuntu 7.04 Live CD

[[Image:Snapshot13.JPG|400px]]

You can see the message about the Linux MCE system installation.

[[Image:Snapshot14.JPG|400px]]

Don't worry if the system seems to stop at points or report what seems like error messages.
This is normal since at places it will be testing drivers out, and is only there for the advanced Linux user.
You will get a dialog box if something really does go wrong. And, understand this may take a very long time
since it will in parallel be updating your Ubuntu system to the latest version. Just leave it for an hour
or two and come back later.

After the installation is done you’ll receive a message from the installer that will tell you to restart the system

[[Image:Snapshot15.jpg|400px]]

Next follow the [http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php?title=QuickStart_Guide Quick Start Guide] to tell LinuxMCE about how you want to use it.

Note that if you said you want LinuxMCE to startup by default, after rebooting you'll have LinuxMCE, not Ubuntu. If you will only use this as a media pc, that's fine; you won't ever need to access the Ubuntu desktop to set anything up and can do it all from either the LMCE UI and a remote control, or with the LMCE web admin panel using the web browser of any pc in your home. But, if you want to use this as a normal Ubuntu PC too, and you want to start Ubuntu after LinuxMCE is going, there's not yet an icon to switch to Ubuntu from within LinuxMCE, so press Ctrl+Alt+F2, login, and type StartX. If you said you want Ubuntu by default, it will boot to the Ubuntu desktop and you can choose Applications, Sound & Video, Start Media Center to start LinuxMCE manually. When both LinuxMCE and Ubuntu are running, you can toggle between them by pressing ctrl+alt+f7 for Ubuntu and ctrl+alt+F11 for LinuxMCE. Unfortunately, at this moment, once you start LinuxMCE there is no way to stop it. The Ubuntu integration is still a work in progress.

File:Snapshot15.jpg

2007-08-07T13:50:44Z

Sandel:

Installation Guide

2007-08-07T13:36:09Z

Sandel:

'''Still needs to be updated for LinuxMCE 0704'''

Steps for installing Linux MCE on an Ubuntu 7.04 system :

'''1.''' Take an Ubuntu install already configured with Internet connection (Configure your network card and DNS). If you don't have an Ubuntu system already installed please follow these generic steps:

*Take an [http://www.ubuntu.com/products/GetUbuntu/download?action=show&redirect=download Ubuntu Live Cd] and boot from it.
*Choose 'Start or install Ubuntu'
*When Ubuntu's desktop appears, double-click on 'Install'
*A short wizard will start and guide you; Select the language and press 'forward'
*Choose your timezone and press 'forward'
*Select the keyboard layout
*Choose desktop name, a user name and a password
*Select the partitioning options for your disk: erase the entire disk or just manually edit the options.
*Ready to install.
*Reboot the system and remove the Live CD
 

'''2.''' From within the Ubuntu 7.04 desktop, open Firefox (the orange and blue icon at the top), and go to [http://www.linuxmce.com www.linuxmce.com] and select 'Download Instructions' to download the Linux MCE CD`s or the DVD on your machine. Or just use this direct link [http://wiki.linuxmce.org/index.php/Mirrors click here]

[[Image:DownloadInstaller.jpg|400px]]

'''3.''' Once you have downloaded the packages, proceed with the installation. First, you have to install mce-installer, which is the software that will guide you through the installation. Right-click on it, go to Kubuntu Package Menu -> Install Package.

[[Image:Inst1.jpg|400px]]

'''4.''' The installer will have put an "Install Linux MCE" icon on your desktop. Double-click it to start the installation process. A window will appear saying that you will be notified when updates are available.

[[Image:Snapshot1.JPG|400px]]

After this you have to choose if you want a dedicated core or a hybrid ([http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php/Getting_Started#A_Dedicated_Core click here]to find out the difference between a core and a hybrid), and then click on "Forward" button.

[[Image:Snapshot2.JPG|400px]]

'''5.''' *Only for Nvidia cards - LinuxMCE will detect that you are using a nVidia Card, but you are not using the proprietary video driver. Only that driver works well with LinuxMCE and nvidia cards and it will ask you it you want to switch to it now.

[[Image:Snapshot3.JPG|400px]]

'''6.''' The next screen will ask you want to keep your current network configuration or if you want to set your network options manually; then press "Forward".
[[Image:Snapshot4.JPG|400px]]

And then you must set your network using static IP or DHCP

[[Image:Snapshot5.JPG|400px]]

'''7.''' You have to choose a mirror

[[Image:Snapshot6.JPG|400px]]

'''8.''' In the next step you have 2 options :
*First it asks you if you want to Run a DHCP Server or not. LinuxMCE must be the DHCP server for your home in order to provide plug-and-play detection of network devices like IP Cameras and VOIP phones, and to provide network boot images to any other pc's in the home you want to use as media stations.
*The other option asks if you want to keep the default Internal Network address or if you want to change it. If you have already a DHCP-Server running, choose also this option. You can then switch from 'manually' to 'DHCP'.

After that you must press 'Forward'.

[[Image:Snapshot7.JPG|400px]]

'''9.''' In the next window you need to choose what interface you want to use and you have to pick one of three possibilities.

[[Image:Snapshot8.JPG|400px]]

'''10.''' On the next step you have to choose if you want to install lame and libdvdcss and if it is legal in your country to use them.

[[Image:Snapshot9.JPG|400px]]

'''11.''' You have to select how do you plan to use your computer: Primarily used as a PC- you can start LMCE manually when you need it or A dedicated LinuxMCE and you can start ubuntu when you need it.

[[Image:Snapshot10.JPG|400px]]

'''12.''' This step is very important you have to insert

LinuxMCE DISC 1

[[Image:Snapshot11.JPG|400px]]

LinuxMCE DISC 2

[[Image:Snapshot12.JPG|400px]]

Kubuntu 7.04 Live CD

[[Image:Snapshot13.JPG|400px]]

You can see the message about the Linux MCE system installation.

[[Image:Snapshot14.JPG|400px]]

Don't worry if the system seems to stop at points or report what seems like error messages. This is normal since at places it will be testing drivers out, and is only there for the advanced Linux user. You will get a dialog box if something really does go wrong. And, understand this may take a very long time since it will in parallel be updating your Ubuntu system to the latest version. Just leave it for an hour or two and come back later.

[[Image:Snapshot8.jpg|400px]]

'''9.''' In the final step you will see a message saying "Installation was finished , please reboot"

[[Image:FinalStep.jpg|400px]]

*(Optional) Ubuntu and Linux MCE won't install by default software needed to play DVD or some other restricted media formats that might be illegal in some countries. You can follow the [[Restricted Software Installation Guide]] if the restrictions don't apply to your country.

Next reboot by choosing System, Quit, Restart from Ubuntu's desktop. Note: The first time you start LinuxMCE it will take quite a while, like around 10 minute, because it will re-validate everything was installed ok. After this it starts up pretty quickly, in less than 60 seconds.

Next follow the [http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php?title=QuickStart_Guide Quick Start Guide] to tell LinuxMCE about how you want to use it.

Note that if you said you want LinuxMCE to startup by default, after rebooting you'll have LinuxMCE, not Ubuntu. If you will only use this as a media pc, that's fine; you won't ever need to access the Ubuntu desktop to set anything up and can do it all from either the LMCE UI and a remote control, or with the LMCE web admin panel using the web browser of any pc in your home. But, if you want to use this as a normal Ubuntu PC too, and you want to start Ubuntu after LinuxMCE is going, there's not yet an icon to switch to Ubuntu from within LinuxMCE, so press Ctrl+Alt+F2, login, and type StartX. If you said you want Ubuntu by default, it will boot to the Ubuntu desktop and you can choose Applications, Sound & Video, Start Media Center to start LinuxMCE manually. When both LinuxMCE and Ubuntu are running, you can toggle between them by pressing ctrl+alt+f7 for Ubuntu and ctrl+alt+F11 for LinuxMCE. Unfortunately, at this moment, once you start LinuxMCE there is no way to stop it. The Ubuntu integration is still a work in progress.

File:Snapshot14.JPG

2007-08-07T13:32:47Z

Sandel:

File:Snapshot14.jpg

2007-08-07T13:30:25Z

Sandel:

Installation Guide

2007-08-07T13:30:16Z

Sandel:

'''Still needs to be updated for LinuxMCE 0704'''

Steps for installing Linux MCE on an Ubuntu 7.04 system :

'''1.''' Take an Ubuntu install already configured with Internet connection (Configure your network card and DNS). If you don't have an Ubuntu system already installed please follow these generic steps:

*Take an [http://www.ubuntu.com/products/GetUbuntu/download?action=show&redirect=download Ubuntu Live Cd] and boot from it.
*Choose 'Start or install Ubuntu'
*When Ubuntu's desktop appears, double-click on 'Install'
*A short wizard will start and guide you; Select the language and press 'forward'
*Choose your timezone and press 'forward'
*Select the keyboard layout
*Choose desktop name, a user name and a password
*Select the partitioning options for your disk: erase the entire disk or just manually edit the options.
*Ready to install.
*Reboot the system and remove the Live CD
 

'''2.''' From within the Ubuntu 7.04 desktop, open Firefox (the orange and blue icon at the top), and go to [http://www.linuxmce.com www.linuxmce.com] and select 'Download Instructions' to download the Linux MCE CD`s or the DVD on your machine. Or just use this direct link [http://wiki.linuxmce.org/index.php/Mirrors click here]

[[Image:DownloadInstaller.jpg|400px]]

'''3.''' Once you have downloaded the packages, proceed with the installation. First, you have to install mce-installer, which is the software that will guide you through the installation. Right-click on it, go to Kubuntu Package Menu -> Install Package.

[[Image:Inst1.jpg|400px]]

'''4.''' The installer will have put an "Install Linux MCE" icon on your desktop. Double-click it to start the installation process. A window will appear saying that you will be notified when updates are available.

[[Image:Snapshot1.JPG|400px]]

After this you have to choose if you want a dedicated core or a hybrid ([http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php/Getting_Started#A_Dedicated_Core click here]to find out the difference between a core and a hybrid), and then click on "Forward" button.

[[Image:Snapshot2.JPG|400px]]

'''5.''' *Only for Nvidia cards - LinuxMCE will detect that you are using a nVidia Card, but you are not using the proprietary video driver. Only that driver works well with LinuxMCE and nvidia cards and it will ask you it you want to switch to it now.

[[Image:Snapshot3.JPG|400px]]

'''6.''' The next screen will ask you want to keep your current network configuration or if you want to set your network options manually; then press "Forward".
[[Image:Snapshot4.JPG|400px]]

And then you must set your network using static IP or DHCP

[[Image:Snapshot5.JPG|400px]]

'''7.''' You have to choose a mirror

[[Image:Snapshot6.JPG|400px]]

'''8.''' In the next step you have 2 options :
*First it asks you if you want to Run a DHCP Server or not. LinuxMCE must be the DHCP server for your home in order to provide plug-and-play detection of network devices like IP Cameras and VOIP phones, and to provide network boot images to any other pc's in the home you want to use as media stations.
*The other option asks if you want to keep the default Internal Network address or if you want to change it. If you have already a DHCP-Server running, choose also this option. You can then switch from 'manually' to 'DHCP'.

After that you must press 'Forward'.

[[Image:Snapshot7.JPG|400px]]

'''9.''' In the next window you need to choose what interface you want to use and you have to pick one of three possibilities.

[[Image:Snapshot8.JPG|400px]]

'''10.''' On the next step you have to choose if you want to install lame and libdvdcss and if it is legal in your country to use them.

[[Image:Snapshot9.JPG|400px]]

'''11.''' You have to select how do you plan to use your computer: Primarily used as a PC- you can start LMCE manually when you need it or A dedicated LinuxMCE and you can start ubuntu when you need it.

[[Image:Snapshot10.JPG|400px]]

'''12.''' This step is very important you have to insert

LinuxMCE DISC 1

[[Image:Snapshot11.JPG|400px]]

LinuxMCE DISC 2

[[Image:Snapshot12.JPG|400px]]

Kubuntu 7.04 Live CD

[[Image:Snapshot13.JPG|400px]]

You can see message about the Linux MCE system installation. Don't worry if the system seems to stop at points or report what seems like error messages. This is normal since at places it will be testing drivers out, and is only there for the advanced Linux user. You will get a dialog box if something really does go wrong. And, understand this may take a very long time since it will in parallel be updating your Ubuntu system to the latest version. Just leave it for an hour or two and come back later.

[[Image:Snapshot8.jpg|400px]]

'''9.''' In the final step you will see a message saying "Installation was finished , please reboot"

[[Image:FinalStep.jpg|400px]]

*(Optional) Ubuntu and Linux MCE won't install by default software needed to play DVD or some other restricted media formats that might be illegal in some countries. You can follow the [[Restricted Software Installation Guide]] if the restrictions don't apply to your country.

Next reboot by choosing System, Quit, Restart from Ubuntu's desktop. Note: The first time you start LinuxMCE it will take quite a while, like around 10 minute, because it will re-validate everything was installed ok. After this it starts up pretty quickly, in less than 60 seconds.

Next follow the [http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php?title=QuickStart_Guide Quick Start Guide] to tell LinuxMCE about how you want to use it.

Note that if you said you want LinuxMCE to startup by default, after rebooting you'll have LinuxMCE, not Ubuntu. If you will only use this as a media pc, that's fine; you won't ever need to access the Ubuntu desktop to set anything up and can do it all from either the LMCE UI and a remote control, or with the LMCE web admin panel using the web browser of any pc in your home. But, if you want to use this as a normal Ubuntu PC too, and you want to start Ubuntu after LinuxMCE is going, there's not yet an icon to switch to Ubuntu from within LinuxMCE, so press Ctrl+Alt+F2, login, and type StartX. If you said you want Ubuntu by default, it will boot to the Ubuntu desktop and you can choose Applications, Sound & Video, Start Media Center to start LinuxMCE manually. When both LinuxMCE and Ubuntu are running, you can toggle between them by pressing ctrl+alt+f7 for Ubuntu and ctrl+alt+F11 for LinuxMCE. Unfortunately, at this moment, once you start LinuxMCE there is no way to stop it. The Ubuntu integration is still a work in progress.

Installation Guide

2007-08-07T13:27:58Z

Sandel:

'''Still needs to be updated for LinuxMCE 0704'''

Steps for installing Linux MCE on an Ubuntu 7.04 system :

'''1.''' Take an Ubuntu install already configured with Internet connection (Configure your network card and DNS). If you don't have an Ubuntu system already installed please follow these generic steps:

*Take an [http://www.ubuntu.com/products/GetUbuntu/download?action=show&redirect=download Ubuntu Live Cd] and boot from it.
*Choose 'Start or install Ubuntu'
*When Ubuntu's desktop appears, double-click on 'Install'
*A short wizard will start and guide you; Select the language and press 'forward'
*Choose your timezone and press 'forward'
*Select the keyboard layout
*Choose desktop name, a user name and a password
*Select the partitioning options for your disk: erase the entire disk or just manually edit the options.
*Ready to install.
*Reboot the system and remove the Live CD
 

'''2.''' From within the Ubuntu 7.04 desktop, open Firefox (the orange and blue icon at the top), and go to [http://www.linuxmce.com www.linuxmce.com] and select 'Download Instructions' to download the Linux MCE CD`s or the DVD on your machine. Or just use this direct link [http://wiki.linuxmce.org/index.php/Mirrors click here]

[[Image:DownloadInstaller.jpg|400px]]

'''3.''' Once you have downloaded the packages, proceed with the installation. First, you have to install mce-installer, which is the software that will guide you through the installation. Right-click on it, go to Kubuntu Package Menu -> Install Package.

[[Image:Inst1.jpg|400px]]

'''4.''' The installer will have put an "Install Linux MCE" icon on your desktop. Double-click it to start the installation process. A window will appear saying that you will be notified when updates are available.

[[Image:Snapshot1.JPG|400px]]

After this you have to choose if you want a dedicated core or a hybrid ([http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php/Getting_Started#A_Dedicated_Core click here]to find out the difference between a core and a hybrid), and then click on "Forward" button.

[[Image:Snapshot2.JPG|400px]]

'''5.''' *Only for Nvidia cards - LinuxMCE will detect that you are using a nVidia Card, but you are not using the proprietary video driver. Only that driver works well with LinuxMCE and nvidia cards and it will ask you it you want to switch to it now.

[[Image:Snapshot3.JPG|400px]]

'''6.''' The next screen will ask you want to keep your current network configuration or if you want to set your network options manually; then press "Forward".
[[Image:Snapshot4.JPG|400px]]

And then you must set your network using static IP or DHCP

[[Image:Snapshot5.JPG|400px]]

'''7.''' You have to choose a mirror

[[Image:Snapshot6.JPG|400px]]

'''8.''' In the next step you have 2 options :
*First it asks you if you want to Run a DHCP Server or not. LinuxMCE must be the DHCP server for your home in order to provide plug-and-play detection of network devices like IP Cameras and VOIP phones, and to provide network boot images to any other pc's in the home you want to use as media stations.
*The other option asks if you want to keep the default Internal Network address or if you want to change it. If you have already a DHCP-Server running, choose also this option. You can then switch from 'manually' to 'DHCP'.

After that you must press 'Forward'.

[[Image:Snapshot7.JPG|400px]]

'''9.''' In the next window you need to choose what interface you want to use and you have to pick one of three possibilities.

[[Image:Snapshot8.JPG|400px]]

'''10.''' On the next step you have to choose if you want to install lame and libdvdcss and if it is legal in your country to use them.

[[Image:Snapshot9.JPG|400px]]

'''11.''' You have to select how do you plan to use your computer: Primarily used as a PC- you can start LMCE manually when you need it or A dedicated LinuxMCE and you can start ubuntu when you need it.

[[Image:Snapshot10.JPG|400px]]

'''12.''' This step is very important you have to insert

LinuxMCE DISC 1

[[Image:Snapshot11.JPG|400px]]

LinuxMCE DISC 2

[[Image:Snapshot12.JPG|400px]]

Kubuntu 7.04 Live CD

[[Image:Snapshot13.JPG|400px]]

can see message about the Linux MCE system installation. Don't worry if the system seems to stop at points or report what seems like error messages. This is normal since at places it will be testing drivers out, and is only there for the advanced Linux user. You will get a dialog box if something really does go wrong. And, understand this may take a very long time since it will in parallel be updating your Ubuntu system to the latest version. Just leave it for an hour or two and come back later.

[[Image:Snapshot8.jpg|400px]]

'''9.''' In the final step you will see a message saying "Installation was finished , please reboot"

[[Image:FinalStep.jpg|400px]]

*(Optional) Ubuntu and Linux MCE won't install by default software needed to play DVD or some other restricted media formats that might be illegal in some countries. You can follow the [[Restricted Software Installation Guide]] if the restrictions don't apply to your country.

Next reboot by choosing System, Quit, Restart from Ubuntu's desktop. Note: The first time you start LinuxMCE it will take quite a while, like around 10 minute, because it will re-validate everything was installed ok. After this it starts up pretty quickly, in less than 60 seconds.

Next follow the [http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php?title=QuickStart_Guide Quick Start Guide] to tell LinuxMCE about how you want to use it.

Note that if you said you want LinuxMCE to startup by default, after rebooting you'll have LinuxMCE, not Ubuntu. If you will only use this as a media pc, that's fine; you won't ever need to access the Ubuntu desktop to set anything up and can do it all from either the LMCE UI and a remote control, or with the LMCE web admin panel using the web browser of any pc in your home. But, if you want to use this as a normal Ubuntu PC too, and you want to start Ubuntu after LinuxMCE is going, there's not yet an icon to switch to Ubuntu from within LinuxMCE, so press Ctrl+Alt+F2, login, and type StartX. If you said you want Ubuntu by default, it will boot to the Ubuntu desktop and you can choose Applications, Sound & Video, Start Media Center to start LinuxMCE manually. When both LinuxMCE and Ubuntu are running, you can toggle between them by pressing ctrl+alt+f7 for Ubuntu and ctrl+alt+F11 for LinuxMCE. Unfortunately, at this moment, once you start LinuxMCE there is no way to stop it. The Ubuntu integration is still a work in progress.

File:Snapshot13.JPG

2007-08-07T13:23:54Z

Sandel:

File:Snapshot12.JPG

2007-08-07T13:23:16Z

Sandel:

File:Snapshot11.JPG

2007-08-07T13:23:00Z

Sandel:

Installation Guide

2007-08-07T13:20:41Z

Sandel:

'''Still needs to be updated for LinuxMCE 0704'''

Steps for installing Linux MCE on an Ubuntu 7.04 system :

'''1.''' Take an Ubuntu install already configured with Internet connection (Configure your network card and DNS). If you don't have an Ubuntu system already installed please follow these generic steps:

*Take an [http://www.ubuntu.com/products/GetUbuntu/download?action=show&redirect=download Ubuntu Live Cd] and boot from it.
*Choose 'Start or install Ubuntu'
*When Ubuntu's desktop appears, double-click on 'Install'
*A short wizard will start and guide you; Select the language and press 'forward'
*Choose your timezone and press 'forward'
*Select the keyboard layout
*Choose desktop name, a user name and a password
*Select the partitioning options for your disk: erase the entire disk or just manually edit the options.
*Ready to install.
*Reboot the system and remove the Live CD
 

'''2.''' From within the Ubuntu 7.04 desktop, open Firefox (the orange and blue icon at the top), and go to [http://www.linuxmce.com www.linuxmce.com] and select 'Download Instructions' to download the Linux MCE CD`s or the DVD on your machine. Or just use this direct link [http://wiki.linuxmce.org/index.php/Mirrors click here]

[[Image:DownloadInstaller.jpg|400px]]

'''3.''' Once you have downloaded the packages, proceed with the installation. First, you have to install mce-installer, which is the software that will guide you through the installation. Right-click on it, go to Kubuntu Package Menu -> Install Package.

[[Image:Inst1.jpg|400px]]

'''4.''' The installer will have put an "Install Linux MCE" icon on your desktop. Double-click it to start the installation process. A window will appear saying that you will be notified when updates are available.

[[Image:Snapshot1.JPG|400px]]

After this you have to choose if you want a dedicated core or a hybrid ([http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php/Getting_Started#A_Dedicated_Core click here]to find out the difference between a core and a hybrid), and then click on "Forward" button.

[[Image:Snapshot2.JPG|400px]]

'''5.''' *Only for Nvidia cards - LinuxMCE will detect that you are using a nVidia Card, but you are not using the proprietary video driver. Only that driver works well with LinuxMCE and nvidia cards and it will ask you it you want to switch to it now.

[[Image:Snapshot3.JPG|400px]]

'''6.''' The next screen will ask you want to keep your current network configuration or if you want to set your network options manually; then press "Forward".
[[Image:Snapshot4.JPG|400px]]

And then you must set your network using static IP or DHCP

[[Image:Snapshot5.JPG|400px]]

'''7.''' You have to choose a mirror

[[Image:Snapshot6.JPG|400px]]

'''8.''' In the next step you have 2 options :
*First it asks you if you want to Run a DHCP Server or not. LinuxMCE must be the DHCP server for your home in order to provide plug-and-play detection of network devices like IP Cameras and VOIP phones, and to provide network boot images to any other pc's in the home you want to use as media stations.
*The other option asks if you want to keep the default Internal Network address or if you want to change it. If you have already a DHCP-Server running, choose also this option. You can then switch from 'manually' to 'DHCP'.

After that you must press 'Forward'.

[[Image:Snapshot7.JPG|400px]]

'''9.''' In the next window you need to choose what interface you want to use and you have to pick one of three possibilities.

[[Image:Snapshot8.JPG|400px]]

'''10.''' On the next step you have to choose if you want to install lame and libdvdcss and if it is legal in your country to use them.

[[Image:Snapshot9.JPG|400px]]

'''11.''' You have to select how do you plan to use your computer: Primarily used as a PC- you can start LMCE manually when you need it or A dedicated LinuxMCE and you can start ubuntu when you need it.

[[Image:Snapshot10.JPG|400px]]

can see message about the Linux MCE system installation. Don't worry if the system seems to stop at points or report what seems like error messages. This is normal since at places it will be testing drivers out, and is only there for the advanced Linux user. You will get a dialog box if something really does go wrong. And, understand this may take a very long time since it will in parallel be updating your Ubuntu system to the latest version. Just leave it for an hour or two and come back later.

[[Image:Snapshot8.jpg|400px]]

'''9.''' In the final step you will see a message saying "Installation was finished , please reboot"

[[Image:FinalStep.jpg|400px]]

*(Optional) Ubuntu and Linux MCE won't install by default software needed to play DVD or some other restricted media formats that might be illegal in some countries. You can follow the [[Restricted Software Installation Guide]] if the restrictions don't apply to your country.

Next reboot by choosing System, Quit, Restart from Ubuntu's desktop. Note: The first time you start LinuxMCE it will take quite a while, like around 10 minute, because it will re-validate everything was installed ok. After this it starts up pretty quickly, in less than 60 seconds.

Next follow the [http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php?title=QuickStart_Guide Quick Start Guide] to tell LinuxMCE about how you want to use it.

Note that if you said you want LinuxMCE to startup by default, after rebooting you'll have LinuxMCE, not Ubuntu. If you will only use this as a media pc, that's fine; you won't ever need to access the Ubuntu desktop to set anything up and can do it all from either the LMCE UI and a remote control, or with the LMCE web admin panel using the web browser of any pc in your home. But, if you want to use this as a normal Ubuntu PC too, and you want to start Ubuntu after LinuxMCE is going, there's not yet an icon to switch to Ubuntu from within LinuxMCE, so press Ctrl+Alt+F2, login, and type StartX. If you said you want Ubuntu by default, it will boot to the Ubuntu desktop and you can choose Applications, Sound & Video, Start Media Center to start LinuxMCE manually. When both LinuxMCE and Ubuntu are running, you can toggle between them by pressing ctrl+alt+f7 for Ubuntu and ctrl+alt+F11 for LinuxMCE. Unfortunately, at this moment, once you start LinuxMCE there is no way to stop it. The Ubuntu integration is still a work in progress.

Installation Guide

2007-08-07T13:18:32Z

Sandel:

'''Still needs to be updated for LinuxMCE 0704'''

Steps for installing Linux MCE on an Ubuntu 7.04 system :

'''1.''' Take an Ubuntu install already configured with Internet connection (Configure your network card and DNS). If you don't have an Ubuntu system already installed please follow these generic steps:

*Take an [http://www.ubuntu.com/products/GetUbuntu/download?action=show&redirect=download Ubuntu Live Cd] and boot from it.
*Choose 'Start or install Ubuntu'
*When Ubuntu's desktop appears, double-click on 'Install'
*A short wizard will start and guide you; Select the language and press 'forward'
*Choose your timezone and press 'forward'
*Select the keyboard layout
*Choose desktop name, a user name and a password
*Select the partitioning options for your disk: erase the entire disk or just manually edit the options.
*Ready to install.
*Reboot the system and remove the Live CD
 

'''2.''' From within the Ubuntu 7.04 desktop, open Firefox (the orange and blue icon at the top), and go to [http://www.linuxmce.com www.linuxmce.com] and select 'Download Instructions' to download the Linux MCE CD`s or the DVD on your machine. Or just use this direct link [http://wiki.linuxmce.org/index.php/Mirrors click here]

[[Image:DownloadInstaller.jpg|400px]]

'''3.''' Once you have downloaded the packages, proceed with the installation. First, you have to install mce-installer, which is the software that will guide you through the installation. Right-click on it, go to Kubuntu Package Menu -> Install Package.

[[Image:Inst1.jpg|400px]]

'''4.''' The installer will have put an "Install Linux MCE" icon on your desktop. Double-click it to start the installation process. A window will appear saying that you will be notified when updates are available.

[[Image:Snapshot1.JPG|400px]]

After this you have to choose if you want a dedicated core or a hybrid ([http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php/Getting_Started#A_Dedicated_Core click here]to find out the difference between a core and a hybrid), and then click on "Forward" button.

[[Image:Snapshot2.JPG|400px]]

'''5.''' *Only for Nvidia cards - LinuxMCE will detect that you are using a nVidia Card, but you are not using the proprietary video driver. Only that driver works well with LinuxMCE and nvidia cards and it will ask you it you want to switch to it now.

[[Image:Snapshot3.JPG|400px]]

'''6.''' The next screen will ask you want to keep your current network configuration or if you want to set your network options manually; then press "Forward".
[[Image:Snapshot4.JPG|400px]]

And then you must set your network using static IP or DHCP

[[Image:Snapshot5.JPG|400px]]

'''7.''' You have to choose a mirror

[[Image:Snapshot6.JPG|400px]]

'''8.''' In the next step you have 2 options :
*First it asks you if you want to Run a DHCP Server or not. LinuxMCE must be the DHCP server for your home in order to provide plug-and-play detection of network devices like IP Cameras and VOIP phones, and to provide network boot images to any other pc's in the home you want to use as media stations.
*The other option asks if you want to keep the default Internal Network address or if you want to change it. If you have already a DHCP-Server running, choose also this option. You can then switch from 'manually' to 'DHCP'.

After that you must press 'Forward'.

[[Image:Snapshot7.JPG|400px]]

'''9.''' In the next window you need to choose what interface you want to use and you have to pick one of three possibilities.

[[Image:Snapshot8.JPG|400px]]

'''10.''' On the next step you have to choose if you want to install lame and libdvdcss and if it is legal in your country to use them.

[[Image:Snapshot9.JPG|400px]]

'''11.''' You have to select how do you plan to use your computer: Primarily used as a PC- you can start LMCE manually when you need it or A dedicated LinuxMCE and you can start ubuntu when you need it.

can see message about the Linux MCE system installation. Don't worry if the system seems to stop at points or report what seems like error messages. This is normal since at places it will be testing drivers out, and is only there for the advanced Linux user. You will get a dialog box if something really does go wrong. And, understand this may take a very long time since it will in parallel be updating your Ubuntu system to the latest version. Just leave it for an hour or two and come back later.

[[Image:Snapshot8.jpg|400px]]

'''9.''' In the final step you will see a message saying "Installation was finished , please reboot"

[[Image:FinalStep.jpg|400px]]

*(Optional) Ubuntu and Linux MCE won't install by default software needed to play DVD or some other restricted media formats that might be illegal in some countries. You can follow the [[Restricted Software Installation Guide]] if the restrictions don't apply to your country.

Next reboot by choosing System, Quit, Restart from Ubuntu's desktop. Note: The first time you start LinuxMCE it will take quite a while, like around 10 minute, because it will re-validate everything was installed ok. After this it starts up pretty quickly, in less than 60 seconds.

Next follow the [http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php?title=QuickStart_Guide Quick Start Guide] to tell LinuxMCE about how you want to use it.

Note that if you said you want LinuxMCE to startup by default, after rebooting you'll have LinuxMCE, not Ubuntu. If you will only use this as a media pc, that's fine; you won't ever need to access the Ubuntu desktop to set anything up and can do it all from either the LMCE UI and a remote control, or with the LMCE web admin panel using the web browser of any pc in your home. But, if you want to use this as a normal Ubuntu PC too, and you want to start Ubuntu after LinuxMCE is going, there's not yet an icon to switch to Ubuntu from within LinuxMCE, so press Ctrl+Alt+F2, login, and type StartX. If you said you want Ubuntu by default, it will boot to the Ubuntu desktop and you can choose Applications, Sound & Video, Start Media Center to start LinuxMCE manually. When both LinuxMCE and Ubuntu are running, you can toggle between them by pressing ctrl+alt+f7 for Ubuntu and ctrl+alt+F11 for LinuxMCE. Unfortunately, at this moment, once you start LinuxMCE there is no way to stop it. The Ubuntu integration is still a work in progress.

File:Snapshot10.JPG

2007-08-07T13:14:08Z

Sandel:

Installation Guide

2007-08-07T13:13:34Z

Sandel:

'''Still needs to be updated for LinuxMCE 0704'''

Steps for installing Linux MCE on an Ubuntu 7.04 system :

'''1.''' Take an Ubuntu install already configured with Internet connection (Configure your network card and DNS). If you don't have an Ubuntu system already installed please follow these generic steps:

*Take an [http://www.ubuntu.com/products/GetUbuntu/download?action=show&redirect=download Ubuntu Live Cd] and boot from it.
*Choose 'Start or install Ubuntu'
*When Ubuntu's desktop appears, double-click on 'Install'
*A short wizard will start and guide you; Select the language and press 'forward'
*Choose your timezone and press 'forward'
*Select the keyboard layout
*Choose desktop name, a user name and a password
*Select the partitioning options for your disk: erase the entire disk or just manually edit the options.
*Ready to install.
*Reboot the system and remove the Live CD
 

'''2.''' From within the Ubuntu 7.04 desktop, open Firefox (the orange and blue icon at the top), and go to [http://www.linuxmce.com www.linuxmce.com] and select 'Download Instructions' to download the Linux MCE CD`s or the DVD on your machine. Or just use this direct link [http://wiki.linuxmce.org/index.php/Mirrors click here]

[[Image:DownloadInstaller.jpg|400px]]

'''3.''' Once you have downloaded the packages, proceed with the installation. First, you have to install mce-installer, which is the software that will guide you through the installation. Right-click on it, go to Kubuntu Package Menu -> Install Package.

[[Image:Inst1.jpg|400px]]

'''4.''' The installer will have put an "Install Linux MCE" icon on your desktop. Double-click it to start the installation process. A window will appear saying that you will be notified when updates are available.

[[Image:Snapshot1.JPG|400px]]

After this you have to choose if you want a dedicated core or a hybrid ([http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php/Getting_Started#A_Dedicated_Core click here]to find out the difference between a core and a hybrid), and then click on "Forward" button.

[[Image:Snapshot2.JPG|400px]]

'''5.''' *Only for Nvidia cards - LinuxMCE will detect that you are using a nVidia Card, but you are not using the proprietary video driver. Only that driver works well with LinuxMCE and nvidia cards and it will ask you it you want to switch to it now.

[[Image:Snapshot3.JPG|400px]]

'''6.''' The next screen will ask you want to keep your current network configuration or if you want to set your network options manually; then press "Forward".
[[Image:Snapshot4.JPG|400px]]

And then you must set your network using static IP or DHCP

[[Image:Snapshot5.JPG|400px]]

'''7.''' You have to choose a mirror

[[Image:Snapshot6.JPG|400px]]

'''8.''' In the next step you have 2 options :
*First it asks you if you want to Run a DHCP Server or not. LinuxMCE must be the DHCP server for your home in order to provide plug-and-play detection of network devices like IP Cameras and VOIP phones, and to provide network boot images to any other pc's in the home you want to use as media stations.
*The other option asks if you want to keep the default Internal Network address or if you want to change it. If you have already a DHCP-Server running, choose also this option. You can then switch from 'manually' to 'DHCP'.

After that you must press 'Forward'.

[[Image:Snapshot7.JPG|400px]]

'''9.''' In the next window you need to choose what interface you want to use and you have to pick one of three possibilities.

[[Image:Snapshot8.JPG|400px]]

'''10.''' On the next step you have to choose if you want to install lame and libdvdcss and if it is legal in your country to use them.

[[Image:Snapshot9.JPG|400px]]

can see message about the Linux MCE system installation. Don't worry if the system seems to stop at points or report what seems like error messages. This is normal since at places it will be testing drivers out, and is only there for the advanced Linux user. You will get a dialog box if something really does go wrong. And, understand this may take a very long time since it will in parallel be updating your Ubuntu system to the latest version. Just leave it for an hour or two and come back later.

[[Image:Snapshot8.jpg|400px]]

'''9.''' In the final step you will see a message saying "Installation was finished , please reboot"

[[Image:FinalStep.jpg|400px]]

*(Optional) Ubuntu and Linux MCE won't install by default software needed to play DVD or some other restricted media formats that might be illegal in some countries. You can follow the [[Restricted Software Installation Guide]] if the restrictions don't apply to your country.

Next reboot by choosing System, Quit, Restart from Ubuntu's desktop. Note: The first time you start LinuxMCE it will take quite a while, like around 10 minute, because it will re-validate everything was installed ok. After this it starts up pretty quickly, in less than 60 seconds.

Next follow the [http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php?title=QuickStart_Guide Quick Start Guide] to tell LinuxMCE about how you want to use it.

Note that if you said you want LinuxMCE to startup by default, after rebooting you'll have LinuxMCE, not Ubuntu. If you will only use this as a media pc, that's fine; you won't ever need to access the Ubuntu desktop to set anything up and can do it all from either the LMCE UI and a remote control, or with the LMCE web admin panel using the web browser of any pc in your home. But, if you want to use this as a normal Ubuntu PC too, and you want to start Ubuntu after LinuxMCE is going, there's not yet an icon to switch to Ubuntu from within LinuxMCE, so press Ctrl+Alt+F2, login, and type StartX. If you said you want Ubuntu by default, it will boot to the Ubuntu desktop and you can choose Applications, Sound & Video, Start Media Center to start LinuxMCE manually. When both LinuxMCE and Ubuntu are running, you can toggle between them by pressing ctrl+alt+f7 for Ubuntu and ctrl+alt+F11 for LinuxMCE. Unfortunately, at this moment, once you start LinuxMCE there is no way to stop it. The Ubuntu integration is still a work in progress.

File:Snapshot9.JPG

2007-08-07T13:08:43Z

Sandel:

Installation Guide

2007-08-07T13:08:21Z

Sandel:

'''Still needs to be updated for LinuxMCE 0704'''

Steps for installing Linux MCE on an Ubuntu 7.04 system :

'''1.''' Take an Ubuntu install already configured with Internet connection (Configure your network card and DNS). If you don't have an Ubuntu system already installed please follow these generic steps:

*Take an [http://www.ubuntu.com/products/GetUbuntu/download?action=show&redirect=download Ubuntu Live Cd] and boot from it.
*Choose 'Start or install Ubuntu'
*When Ubuntu's desktop appears, double-click on 'Install'
*A short wizard will start and guide you; Select the language and press 'forward'
*Choose your timezone and press 'forward'
*Select the keyboard layout
*Choose desktop name, a user name and a password
*Select the partitioning options for your disk: erase the entire disk or just manually edit the options.
*Ready to install.
*Reboot the system and remove the Live CD
 

'''2.''' From within the Ubuntu 7.04 desktop, open Firefox (the orange and blue icon at the top), and go to [http://www.linuxmce.com www.linuxmce.com] and select 'Download Instructions' to download the Linux MCE CD`s or the DVD on your machine. Or just use this direct link [http://wiki.linuxmce.org/index.php/Mirrors click here]

[[Image:DownloadInstaller.jpg|400px]]

'''3.''' Once you have downloaded the packages, proceed with the installation. First, you have to install mce-installer, which is the software that will guide you through the installation. Right-click on it, go to Kubuntu Package Menu -> Install Package.

[[Image:Inst1.jpg|400px]]

'''4.''' The installer will have put an "Install Linux MCE" icon on your desktop. Double-click it to start the installation process. A window will appear saying that you will be notified when updates are available.

[[Image:Snapshot1.JPG|400px]]

After this you have to choose if you want a dedicated core or a hybrid ([http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php/Getting_Started#A_Dedicated_Core click here]to find out the difference between a core and a hybrid), and then click on "Forward" button.

[[Image:Snapshot2.JPG|400px]]

'''5.''' *Only for Nvidia cards - LinuxMCE will detect that you are using a nVidia Card, but you are not using the proprietary video driver. Only that driver works well with LinuxMCE and nvidia cards and it will ask you it you want to switch to it now.

[[Image:Snapshot3.JPG|400px]]

'''6.''' The next screen will ask you want to keep your current network configuration or if you want to set your network options manually; then press "Forward".
[[Image:Snapshot4.JPG|400px]]

And then you must set your network using static IP or DHCP

[[Image:Snapshot5.JPG|400px]]

'''7.''' You have to choose a mirror

[[Image:Snapshot6.JPG|400px]]

'''8.''' In the next step you have 2 options :
*First it asks you if you want to Run a DHCP Server or not. LinuxMCE must be the DHCP server for your home in order to provide plug-and-play detection of network devices like IP Cameras and VOIP phones, and to provide network boot images to any other pc's in the home you want to use as media stations.
*The other option asks if you want to keep the default Internal Network address or if you want to change it. If you have already a DHCP-Server running, choose also this option. You can then switch from 'manually' to 'DHCP'.

After that you must press 'Forward'.

[[Image:Snapshot7.JPG|400px]]

'''9.''' In the next window you need to choose what interface you want to use and you have to pick one of three possibilities.

[[Image:Snapshot8.JPG|400px]]

can see message about the Linux MCE system installation. Don't worry if the system seems to stop at points or report what seems like error messages. This is normal since at places it will be testing drivers out, and is only there for the advanced Linux user. You will get a dialog box if something really does go wrong. And, understand this may take a very long time since it will in parallel be updating your Ubuntu system to the latest version. Just leave it for an hour or two and come back later.

[[Image:Snapshot8.jpg|400px]]

'''9.''' In the final step you will see a message saying "Installation was finished , please reboot"

[[Image:FinalStep.jpg|400px]]

*(Optional) Ubuntu and Linux MCE won't install by default software needed to play DVD or some other restricted media formats that might be illegal in some countries. You can follow the [[Restricted Software Installation Guide]] if the restrictions don't apply to your country.

Next reboot by choosing System, Quit, Restart from Ubuntu's desktop. Note: The first time you start LinuxMCE it will take quite a while, like around 10 minute, because it will re-validate everything was installed ok. After this it starts up pretty quickly, in less than 60 seconds.

Next follow the [http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php?title=QuickStart_Guide Quick Start Guide] to tell LinuxMCE about how you want to use it.

Note that if you said you want LinuxMCE to startup by default, after rebooting you'll have LinuxMCE, not Ubuntu. If you will only use this as a media pc, that's fine; you won't ever need to access the Ubuntu desktop to set anything up and can do it all from either the LMCE UI and a remote control, or with the LMCE web admin panel using the web browser of any pc in your home. But, if you want to use this as a normal Ubuntu PC too, and you want to start Ubuntu after LinuxMCE is going, there's not yet an icon to switch to Ubuntu from within LinuxMCE, so press Ctrl+Alt+F2, login, and type StartX. If you said you want Ubuntu by default, it will boot to the Ubuntu desktop and you can choose Applications, Sound & Video, Start Media Center to start LinuxMCE manually. When both LinuxMCE and Ubuntu are running, you can toggle between them by pressing ctrl+alt+f7 for Ubuntu and ctrl+alt+F11 for LinuxMCE. Unfortunately, at this moment, once you start LinuxMCE there is no way to stop it. The Ubuntu integration is still a work in progress.

File:Snapshot8.JPG

2007-08-07T13:03:03Z

Sandel:

Installation Guide

2007-08-07T13:01:16Z

Sandel:

'''Still needs to be updated for LinuxMCE 0704'''

Steps for installing Linux MCE on an Ubuntu 7.04 system :

'''1.''' Take an Ubuntu install already configured with Internet connection (Configure your network card and DNS). If you don't have an Ubuntu system already installed please follow these generic steps:

*Take an [http://www.ubuntu.com/products/GetUbuntu/download?action=show&redirect=download Ubuntu Live Cd] and boot from it.
*Choose 'Start or install Ubuntu'
*When Ubuntu's desktop appears, double-click on 'Install'
*A short wizard will start and guide you; Select the language and press 'forward'
*Choose your timezone and press 'forward'
*Select the keyboard layout
*Choose desktop name, a user name and a password
*Select the partitioning options for your disk: erase the entire disk or just manually edit the options.
*Ready to install.
*Reboot the system and remove the Live CD
 

'''2.''' From within the Ubuntu 7.04 desktop, open Firefox (the orange and blue icon at the top), and go to [http://www.linuxmce.com www.linuxmce.com] and select 'Download Instructions' to download the Linux MCE CD`s or the DVD on your machine. Or just use this direct link [http://wiki.linuxmce.org/index.php/Mirrors click here]

[[Image:DownloadInstaller.jpg|400px]]

'''3.''' Once you have downloaded the packages, proceed with the installation. First, you have to install mce-installer, which is the software that will guide you through the installation. Right-click on it, go to Kubuntu Package Menu -> Install Package.

[[Image:Inst1.jpg|400px]]

'''4.''' The installer will have put an "Install Linux MCE" icon on your desktop. Double-click it to start the installation process. A window will appear saying that you will be notified when updates are available.

[[Image:Snapshot1.JPG|400px]]

After this you have to choose if you want a dedicated core or a hybrid ([http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php/Getting_Started#A_Dedicated_Core click here]to find out the difference between a core and a hybrid), and then click on "Forward" button.

[[Image:Snapshot2.JPG|400px]]

'''5.''' *Only for Nvidia cards - LinuxMCE will detect that you are using a nVidia Card, but you are not using the proprietary video driver. Only that driver works well with LinuxMCE and nvidia cards and it will ask you it you want to switch to it now.

[[Image:Snapshot3.JPG|400px]]

'''6.''' The next screen will ask you want to keep your current network configuration or if you want to set your network options manually; then press "Forward".
[[Image:Snapshot4.JPG|400px]]

And then you must set your network using static IP or DHCP

[[Image:Snapshot5.JPG|400px]]

'''7.''' You have to choose a mirror

[[Image:Snapshot6.JPG|400px]]

'''8.''' In the next step you have 2 options :
*First it asks you if you want to Run a DHCP Server or not. LinuxMCE must be the DHCP server for your home in order to provide plug-and-play detection of network devices like IP Cameras and VOIP phones, and to provide network boot images to any other pc's in the home you want to use as media stations.
*The other option asks if you want to keep the default Internal Network address or if you want to change it. If you have already a DHCP-Server running, choose also this option. You can then switch from 'manually' to 'DHCP'.

After that you must press 'Forward'.

[[Image:Snapshot7.JPG|400px]]

'''8.''' In the next window you can see message about the Linux MCE system installation. Don't worry if the system seems to stop at points or report what seems like error messages. This is normal since at places it will be testing drivers out, and is only there for the advanced Linux user. You will get a dialog box if something really does go wrong. And, understand this may take a very long time since it will in parallel be updating your Ubuntu system to the latest version. Just leave it for an hour or two and come back later.

[[Image:StartInstall.jpg|400px]]

'''9.''' In the final step you will see a message saying "Installation was finished , please reboot"

[[Image:FinalStep.jpg|400px]]

*(Optional) Ubuntu and Linux MCE won't install by default software needed to play DVD or some other restricted media formats that might be illegal in some countries. You can follow the [[Restricted Software Installation Guide]] if the restrictions don't apply to your country.

Next reboot by choosing System, Quit, Restart from Ubuntu's desktop. Note: The first time you start LinuxMCE it will take quite a while, like around 10 minute, because it will re-validate everything was installed ok. After this it starts up pretty quickly, in less than 60 seconds.

Next follow the [http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php?title=QuickStart_Guide Quick Start Guide] to tell LinuxMCE about how you want to use it.

Note that if you said you want LinuxMCE to startup by default, after rebooting you'll have LinuxMCE, not Ubuntu. If you will only use this as a media pc, that's fine; you won't ever need to access the Ubuntu desktop to set anything up and can do it all from either the LMCE UI and a remote control, or with the LMCE web admin panel using the web browser of any pc in your home. But, if you want to use this as a normal Ubuntu PC too, and you want to start Ubuntu after LinuxMCE is going, there's not yet an icon to switch to Ubuntu from within LinuxMCE, so press Ctrl+Alt+F2, login, and type StartX. If you said you want Ubuntu by default, it will boot to the Ubuntu desktop and you can choose Applications, Sound & Video, Start Media Center to start LinuxMCE manually. When both LinuxMCE and Ubuntu are running, you can toggle between them by pressing ctrl+alt+f7 for Ubuntu and ctrl+alt+F11 for LinuxMCE. Unfortunately, at this moment, once you start LinuxMCE there is no way to stop it. The Ubuntu integration is still a work in progress.

File:Snapshot7.JPG

2007-08-07T12:59:35Z

Sandel:

Installation Guide

2007-08-07T12:58:48Z

Sandel:

'''Still needs to be updated for LinuxMCE 0704'''

Steps for installing Linux MCE on an Ubuntu 7.04 system :

'''1.''' Take an Ubuntu install already configured with Internet connection (Configure your network card and DNS). If you don't have an Ubuntu system already installed please follow these generic steps:

*Take an [http://www.ubuntu.com/products/GetUbuntu/download?action=show&redirect=download Ubuntu Live Cd] and boot from it.
*Choose 'Start or install Ubuntu'
*When Ubuntu's desktop appears, double-click on 'Install'
*A short wizard will start and guide you; Select the language and press 'forward'
*Choose your timezone and press 'forward'
*Select the keyboard layout
*Choose desktop name, a user name and a password
*Select the partitioning options for your disk: erase the entire disk or just manually edit the options.
*Ready to install.
*Reboot the system and remove the Live CD
 

'''2.''' From within the Ubuntu 7.04 desktop, open Firefox (the orange and blue icon at the top), and go to [http://www.linuxmce.com www.linuxmce.com] and select 'Download Instructions' to download the Linux MCE CD`s or the DVD on your machine. Or just use this direct link [http://wiki.linuxmce.org/index.php/Mirrors click here]

[[Image:DownloadInstaller.jpg|400px]]

'''3.''' Once you have downloaded the packages, proceed with the installation. First, you have to install mce-installer, which is the software that will guide you through the installation. Right-click on it, go to Kubuntu Package Menu -> Install Package.

[[Image:Inst1.jpg|400px]]

'''4.''' The installer will have put an "Install Linux MCE" icon on your desktop. Double-click it to start the installation process. A window will appear saying that you will be notified when updates are available.

[[Image:Snapshot1.JPG|400px]]

After this you have to choose if you want a dedicated core or a hybrid ([http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php/Getting_Started#A_Dedicated_Core click here]to find out the difference between a core and a hybrid), and then click on "Forward" button.

[[Image:Snapshot2.JPG|400px]]

'''5.''' *Only for Nvidia cards - LinuxMCE will detect that you are using a nVidia Card, but you are not using the proprietary video driver. Only that driver works well with LinuxMCE and nvidia cards and it will ask you it you want to switch to it now.

[[Image:Snapshot3.JPG|400px]]

'''6.''' The next screen will ask you want to keep your current network configuration or if you want to set your network options manually; then press "Forward".
[[Image:Snapshot4.JPG|400px]]

And then you must set your network using static IP or DHCP

[[Image:Snapshot5.JPG|400px]]

'''7.''' You have to choose a mirror

[[Image:Snapshot6.JPG|400px]]

'''8.''' In the next step you have 2 options :
*First it asks you if you want to Run a DHCP Server or not. LinuxMCE must be the DHCP server for your home in order to provide plug-and-play detection of network devices like IP Cameras and VOIP phones, and to provide network boot images to any other pc's in the home you want to use as media stations.
*The other option asks if you want to keep the default Internal Network address or if you want to change it. If you have already a DHCP-Server running, choose also this option. You can then switch from 'manually' to 'DHCP'.

After that you must press 'Forward'.

[[Image:DhcpSettings.jpg|400px]]

'''8.''' In the next window you can see message about the Linux MCE system installation. Don't worry if the system seems to stop at points or report what seems like error messages. This is normal since at places it will be testing drivers out, and is only there for the advanced Linux user. You will get a dialog box if something really does go wrong. And, understand this may take a very long time since it will in parallel be updating your Ubuntu system to the latest version. Just leave it for an hour or two and come back later.

[[Image:StartInstall.jpg|400px]]

'''9.''' In the final step you will see a message saying "Installation was finished , please reboot"

[[Image:FinalStep.jpg|400px]]

*(Optional) Ubuntu and Linux MCE won't install by default software needed to play DVD or some other restricted media formats that might be illegal in some countries. You can follow the [[Restricted Software Installation Guide]] if the restrictions don't apply to your country.

Next reboot by choosing System, Quit, Restart from Ubuntu's desktop. Note: The first time you start LinuxMCE it will take quite a while, like around 10 minute, because it will re-validate everything was installed ok. After this it starts up pretty quickly, in less than 60 seconds.

Next follow the [http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php?title=QuickStart_Guide Quick Start Guide] to tell LinuxMCE about how you want to use it.

Note that if you said you want LinuxMCE to startup by default, after rebooting you'll have LinuxMCE, not Ubuntu. If you will only use this as a media pc, that's fine; you won't ever need to access the Ubuntu desktop to set anything up and can do it all from either the LMCE UI and a remote control, or with the LMCE web admin panel using the web browser of any pc in your home. But, if you want to use this as a normal Ubuntu PC too, and you want to start Ubuntu after LinuxMCE is going, there's not yet an icon to switch to Ubuntu from within LinuxMCE, so press Ctrl+Alt+F2, login, and type StartX. If you said you want Ubuntu by default, it will boot to the Ubuntu desktop and you can choose Applications, Sound & Video, Start Media Center to start LinuxMCE manually. When both LinuxMCE and Ubuntu are running, you can toggle between them by pressing ctrl+alt+f7 for Ubuntu and ctrl+alt+F11 for LinuxMCE. Unfortunately, at this moment, once you start LinuxMCE there is no way to stop it. The Ubuntu integration is still a work in progress.

Installation Guide

2007-08-07T12:21:50Z

Sandel:

'''Still needs to be updated for LinuxMCE 0704'''

Steps for installing Linux MCE on an Ubuntu 7.04 system :

'''1.''' Take an Ubuntu install already configured with Internet connection (Configure your network card and DNS). If you don't have an Ubuntu system already installed please follow these generic steps:

*Take an [http://www.ubuntu.com/products/GetUbuntu/download?action=show&redirect=download Ubuntu Live Cd] and boot from it.
*Choose 'Start or install Ubuntu'
*When Ubuntu's desktop appears, double-click on 'Install'
*A short wizard will start and guide you; Select the language and press 'forward'
*Choose your timezone and press 'forward'
*Select the keyboard layout
*Choose desktop name, a user name and a password
*Select the partitioning options for your disk: erase the entire disk or just manually edit the options.
*Ready to install.
*Reboot the system and remove the Live CD
 

'''2.''' From within the Ubuntu 7.04 desktop, open Firefox (the orange and blue icon at the top), and go to [http://www.linuxmce.com www.linuxmce.com] and select 'Download Instructions' to download the Linux MCE CD`s or the DVD on your machine. Or just use this direct link [http://wiki.linuxmce.org/index.php/Mirrors click here]

[[Image:DownloadInstaller.jpg|400px]]

'''3.''' Once you have downloaded the packages, proceed with the installation. First, you have to install mce-installer, which is the software that will guide you through the installation. Right-click on it, go to Kubuntu Package Menu -> Install Package.

[[Image:Inst1.jpg|400px]]

'''4.''' The installer will have put an "Install Linux MCE" icon on your desktop. Double-click it to start the installation process. A window will appear saying that you will be notified when updates are available.

[[Image:Snapshot1.JPG|400px]]

After this you have to choose if you want a dedicated core or a hybrid ([http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php/Getting_Started#A_Dedicated_Core click here]to find out the difference between a core and a hybrid), and then click on "Forward" button.

[[Image:Snapshot2.JPG|400px]]

'''5.''' *Only for Nvidia cards - LinuxMCE will detect that you are using a nVidia Card, but you are not using the proprietary video driver. Only that driver works well with LinuxMCE and nvidia cards and it will ask you it you want to switch to it now.

[[Image:Snapshot3.JPG|400px]]

'''6.''' The next screen will ask you want to keep your current network configuration or if you want to set your network options manually; then press "Forward".
[[Image:Snapshot4.JPG|400px]]

And then you must set your network using static IP or DHCP

[[Image:Snapshot5.JPG|400px]]

'''7.''' You have to choose a mirror

[[Image:Snapshot6.JPG|400px]]

Insert your LinuxMCE cd as instructed and press 'Forward'.

[[Image:InstallOptions.jpg|400px]]

'''7.''' In the next step you have 2 options :
*First it asks you if you want to Run a DHCP Server or not. LinuxMCE must be the DHCP server for your home in order to provide plug-and-play detection of network devices like IP Cameras and VOIP phones, and to provide network boot images to any other pc's in the home you want to use as media stations.
*The other option asks if you want to keep the default Internal Network address or if you want to change it. If you have already a DHCP-Server running, choose also this option. You can then switch from 'manually' to 'DHCP'.

After that you must press 'Forward'.

[[Image:DhcpSettings.jpg|400px]]

'''8.''' In the next window you can see message about the Linux MCE system installation. Don't worry if the system seems to stop at points or report what seems like error messages. This is normal since at places it will be testing drivers out, and is only there for the advanced Linux user. You will get a dialog box if something really does go wrong. And, understand this may take a very long time since it will in parallel be updating your Ubuntu system to the latest version. Just leave it for an hour or two and come back later.

[[Image:StartInstall.jpg|400px]]

'''9.''' In the final step you will see a message saying "Installation was finished , please reboot"

[[Image:FinalStep.jpg|400px]]

*(Optional) Ubuntu and Linux MCE won't install by default software needed to play DVD or some other restricted media formats that might be illegal in some countries. You can follow the [[Restricted Software Installation Guide]] if the restrictions don't apply to your country.

Next reboot by choosing System, Quit, Restart from Ubuntu's desktop. Note: The first time you start LinuxMCE it will take quite a while, like around 10 minute, because it will re-validate everything was installed ok. After this it starts up pretty quickly, in less than 60 seconds.

Next follow the [http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php?title=QuickStart_Guide Quick Start Guide] to tell LinuxMCE about how you want to use it.

Note that if you said you want LinuxMCE to startup by default, after rebooting you'll have LinuxMCE, not Ubuntu. If you will only use this as a media pc, that's fine; you won't ever need to access the Ubuntu desktop to set anything up and can do it all from either the LMCE UI and a remote control, or with the LMCE web admin panel using the web browser of any pc in your home. But, if you want to use this as a normal Ubuntu PC too, and you want to start Ubuntu after LinuxMCE is going, there's not yet an icon to switch to Ubuntu from within LinuxMCE, so press Ctrl+Alt+F2, login, and type StartX. If you said you want Ubuntu by default, it will boot to the Ubuntu desktop and you can choose Applications, Sound & Video, Start Media Center to start LinuxMCE manually. When both LinuxMCE and Ubuntu are running, you can toggle between them by pressing ctrl+alt+f7 for Ubuntu and ctrl+alt+F11 for LinuxMCE. Unfortunately, at this moment, once you start LinuxMCE there is no way to stop it. The Ubuntu integration is still a work in progress.

File:Snapshot6.JPG

2007-08-07T12:19:45Z

Sandel:

Installation Guide

2007-08-07T12:18:05Z

Sandel:

'''Still needs to be updated for LinuxMCE 0704'''

Steps for installing Linux MCE on an Ubuntu 7.04 system :

'''1.''' Take an Ubuntu install already configured with Internet connection (Configure your network card and DNS). If you don't have an Ubuntu system already installed please follow these generic steps:

*Take an [http://www.ubuntu.com/products/GetUbuntu/download?action=show&redirect=download Ubuntu Live Cd] and boot from it.
*Choose 'Start or install Ubuntu'
*When Ubuntu's desktop appears, double-click on 'Install'
*A short wizard will start and guide you; Select the language and press 'forward'
*Choose your timezone and press 'forward'
*Select the keyboard layout
*Choose desktop name, a user name and a password
*Select the partitioning options for your disk: erase the entire disk or just manually edit the options.
*Ready to install.
*Reboot the system and remove the Live CD
 

'''2.''' From within the Ubuntu 7.04 desktop, open Firefox (the orange and blue icon at the top), and go to [http://www.linuxmce.com www.linuxmce.com] and select 'Download Instructions' to download the Linux MCE CD`s or the DVD on your machine. Or just use this direct link [http://wiki.linuxmce.org/index.php/Mirrors click here]

[[Image:DownloadInstaller.jpg|400px]]

'''3.''' Once you have downloaded the packages, proceed with the installation. First, you have to install mce-installer, which is the software that will guide you through the installation. Right-click on it, go to Kubuntu Package Menu -> Install Package.

[[Image:Inst1.jpg|400px]]

'''4.''' The installer will have put an "Install Linux MCE" icon on your desktop. Double-click it to start the installation process. A window will appear saying that you will be notified when updates are available.

[[Image:Snapshot1.JPG|400px]]

After this you have to choose if you want a dedicated core or a hybrid ([http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php/Getting_Started#A_Dedicated_Core click here]to find out the difference between a core and a hybrid), and then click on "Forward" button.

[[Image:Snapshot2.JPG|400px]]

'''5.''' *Only for Nvidia cards - LinuxMCE will detect that you are using a nVidia Card, but you are not using the proprietary video driver. Only that driver works well with LinuxMCE and nvidia cards and it will ask you it you want to switch to it now.

[[Image:Snapshot3.JPG|400px]]

'''6.''' The next screen will ask you want to keep your current network configuration or if you want to set your network options manually; then press "Forward".
[[Image:Snapshot4.JPG|400px]]

And then you must set your network using static IP or DHCP

[[Image:Snapshot5.JPG|400px]]

'''6.''' Insert your LinuxMCE cd as instructed and press 'Forward'.

[[Image:InstallOptions.jpg|400px]]

'''7.''' In the next step you have 2 options :
*First it asks you if you want to Run a DHCP Server or not. LinuxMCE must be the DHCP server for your home in order to provide plug-and-play detection of network devices like IP Cameras and VOIP phones, and to provide network boot images to any other pc's in the home you want to use as media stations.
*The other option asks if you want to keep the default Internal Network address or if you want to change it. If you have already a DHCP-Server running, choose also this option. You can then switch from 'manually' to 'DHCP'.

After that you must press 'Forward'.

[[Image:DhcpSettings.jpg|400px]]

'''8.''' In the next window you can see message about the Linux MCE system installation. Don't worry if the system seems to stop at points or report what seems like error messages. This is normal since at places it will be testing drivers out, and is only there for the advanced Linux user. You will get a dialog box if something really does go wrong. And, understand this may take a very long time since it will in parallel be updating your Ubuntu system to the latest version. Just leave it for an hour or two and come back later.

[[Image:StartInstall.jpg|400px]]

'''9.''' In the final step you will see a message saying "Installation was finished , please reboot"

[[Image:FinalStep.jpg|400px]]

*(Optional) Ubuntu and Linux MCE won't install by default software needed to play DVD or some other restricted media formats that might be illegal in some countries. You can follow the [[Restricted Software Installation Guide]] if the restrictions don't apply to your country.

Next reboot by choosing System, Quit, Restart from Ubuntu's desktop. Note: The first time you start LinuxMCE it will take quite a while, like around 10 minute, because it will re-validate everything was installed ok. After this it starts up pretty quickly, in less than 60 seconds.

Next follow the [http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php?title=QuickStart_Guide Quick Start Guide] to tell LinuxMCE about how you want to use it.

Note that if you said you want LinuxMCE to startup by default, after rebooting you'll have LinuxMCE, not Ubuntu. If you will only use this as a media pc, that's fine; you won't ever need to access the Ubuntu desktop to set anything up and can do it all from either the LMCE UI and a remote control, or with the LMCE web admin panel using the web browser of any pc in your home. But, if you want to use this as a normal Ubuntu PC too, and you want to start Ubuntu after LinuxMCE is going, there's not yet an icon to switch to Ubuntu from within LinuxMCE, so press Ctrl+Alt+F2, login, and type StartX. If you said you want Ubuntu by default, it will boot to the Ubuntu desktop and you can choose Applications, Sound & Video, Start Media Center to start LinuxMCE manually. When both LinuxMCE and Ubuntu are running, you can toggle between them by pressing ctrl+alt+f7 for Ubuntu and ctrl+alt+F11 for LinuxMCE. Unfortunately, at this moment, once you start LinuxMCE there is no way to stop it. The Ubuntu integration is still a work in progress.

File:Snapshot5.JPG

2007-08-07T12:11:40Z

Sandel:

Installation Guide

2007-08-07T12:11:11Z

Sandel:

'''Still needs to be updated for LinuxMCE 0704'''

Steps for installing Linux MCE on an Ubuntu 7.04 system :

'''1.''' Take an Ubuntu install already configured with Internet connection (Configure your network card and DNS). If you don't have an Ubuntu system already installed please follow these generic steps:

*Take an [http://www.ubuntu.com/products/GetUbuntu/download?action=show&redirect=download Ubuntu Live Cd] and boot from it.
*Choose 'Start or install Ubuntu'
*When Ubuntu's desktop appears, double-click on 'Install'
*A short wizard will start and guide you; Select the language and press 'forward'
*Choose your timezone and press 'forward'
*Select the keyboard layout
*Choose desktop name, a user name and a password
*Select the partitioning options for your disk: erase the entire disk or just manually edit the options.
*Ready to install.
*Reboot the system and remove the Live CD
 

'''2.''' From within the Ubuntu 7.04 desktop, open Firefox (the orange and blue icon at the top), and go to [http://www.linuxmce.com www.linuxmce.com] and select 'Download Instructions' to download the Linux MCE CD`s or the DVD on your machine. Or just use this direct link [http://wiki.linuxmce.org/index.php/Mirrors click here]

[[Image:DownloadInstaller.jpg|400px]]

'''3.''' Once you have downloaded the packages, proceed with the installation. First, you have to install mce-installer, which is the software that will guide you through the installation. Right-click on it, go to Kubuntu Package Menu -> Install Package.

[[Image:Inst1.jpg|400px]]

'''4.''' The installer will have put an "Install Linux MCE" icon on your desktop. Double-click it to start the installation process. A window will appear saying that you will be notified when updates are available.

[[Image:Snapshot1.JPG|400px]]

After this you have to choose if you want a dedicated core or a hybrid ([http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php/Getting_Started#A_Dedicated_Core click here]to find out the difference between a core and a hybrid), and then click on "Forward" button.

[[Image:Snapshot2.JPG|400px]]

'''5.''' *Only for Nvidia cards - LinuxMCE will detect that you are using a nVidia Card, but you are not using the proprietary video driver. Only that driver works well with LinuxMCE and nvidia cards and it will ask you it you want to switch to it now.

[[Image:Snapshot3.JPG|400px]]

'''6.''' The next screen will ask you want to keep your current network configuration or if you want to set your network options manually; then press "Forward".
[[Image:Snapshot4.JPG|400px]]

'''6.''' Insert your LinuxMCE cd as instructed and press 'Forward'.

[[Image:InstallOptions.jpg|400px]]

'''7.''' In the next step you have 2 options :
*First it asks you if you want to Run a DHCP Server or not. LinuxMCE must be the DHCP server for your home in order to provide plug-and-play detection of network devices like IP Cameras and VOIP phones, and to provide network boot images to any other pc's in the home you want to use as media stations.
*The other option asks if you want to keep the default Internal Network address or if you want to change it. If you have already a DHCP-Server running, choose also this option. You can then switch from 'manually' to 'DHCP'.

After that you must press 'Forward'.

[[Image:DhcpSettings.jpg|400px]]

'''8.''' In the next window you can see message about the Linux MCE system installation. Don't worry if the system seems to stop at points or report what seems like error messages. This is normal since at places it will be testing drivers out, and is only there for the advanced Linux user. You will get a dialog box if something really does go wrong. And, understand this may take a very long time since it will in parallel be updating your Ubuntu system to the latest version. Just leave it for an hour or two and come back later.

[[Image:StartInstall.jpg|400px]]

'''9.''' In the final step you will see a message saying "Installation was finished , please reboot"

[[Image:FinalStep.jpg|400px]]

*(Optional) Ubuntu and Linux MCE won't install by default software needed to play DVD or some other restricted media formats that might be illegal in some countries. You can follow the [[Restricted Software Installation Guide]] if the restrictions don't apply to your country.

Next reboot by choosing System, Quit, Restart from Ubuntu's desktop. Note: The first time you start LinuxMCE it will take quite a while, like around 10 minute, because it will re-validate everything was installed ok. After this it starts up pretty quickly, in less than 60 seconds.

Next follow the [http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php?title=QuickStart_Guide Quick Start Guide] to tell LinuxMCE about how you want to use it.

Note that if you said you want LinuxMCE to startup by default, after rebooting you'll have LinuxMCE, not Ubuntu. If you will only use this as a media pc, that's fine; you won't ever need to access the Ubuntu desktop to set anything up and can do it all from either the LMCE UI and a remote control, or with the LMCE web admin panel using the web browser of any pc in your home. But, if you want to use this as a normal Ubuntu PC too, and you want to start Ubuntu after LinuxMCE is going, there's not yet an icon to switch to Ubuntu from within LinuxMCE, so press Ctrl+Alt+F2, login, and type StartX. If you said you want Ubuntu by default, it will boot to the Ubuntu desktop and you can choose Applications, Sound & Video, Start Media Center to start LinuxMCE manually. When both LinuxMCE and Ubuntu are running, you can toggle between them by pressing ctrl+alt+f7 for Ubuntu and ctrl+alt+F11 for LinuxMCE. Unfortunately, at this moment, once you start LinuxMCE there is no way to stop it. The Ubuntu integration is still a work in progress.

File:Snapshot4.JPG

2007-08-07T12:08:20Z

Sandel:

Installation Guide

2007-08-07T12:04:34Z

Sandel:

'''Still needs to be updated for LinuxMCE 0704'''

Steps for installing Linux MCE on an Ubuntu 7.04 system :

'''1.''' Take an Ubuntu install already configured with Internet connection (Configure your network card and DNS). If you don't have an Ubuntu system already installed please follow these generic steps:

*Take an [http://www.ubuntu.com/products/GetUbuntu/download?action=show&redirect=download Ubuntu Live Cd] and boot from it.
*Choose 'Start or install Ubuntu'
*When Ubuntu's desktop appears, double-click on 'Install'
*A short wizard will start and guide you; Select the language and press 'forward'
*Choose your timezone and press 'forward'
*Select the keyboard layout
*Choose desktop name, a user name and a password
*Select the partitioning options for your disk: erase the entire disk or just manually edit the options.
*Ready to install.
*Reboot the system and remove the Live CD
 

'''2.''' From within the Ubuntu 7.04 desktop, open Firefox (the orange and blue icon at the top), and go to [http://www.linuxmce.com www.linuxmce.com] and select 'Download Instructions' to download the Linux MCE CD`s or the DVD on your machine. Or just use this direct link [http://wiki.linuxmce.org/index.php/Mirrors click here]

[[Image:DownloadInstaller.jpg|400px]]

'''3.''' Once you have downloaded the packages, proceed with the installation. First, you have to install mce-installer, which is the software that will guide you through the installation. Right-click on it, go to Kubuntu Package Menu -> Install Package.

[[Image:Inst1.jpg|400px]]

'''4.''' The installer will have put an "Install Linux MCE" icon on your desktop. Double-click it to start the installation process. A window will appear saying that you will be notified when updates are available.

[[Image:Snapshot1.JPG|400px]]

After this you have to choose if you want a dedicated core or a hybrid ([http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php/Getting_Started#A_Dedicated_Core click here]to find out the difference between a core and a hybrid), and then click on "Forward" button.

[[Image:Snapshot2.JPG|400px]]

'''5.''' *Only for Nvidia cards - LinuxMCE will detect that you are using a nVidia Card, but you are not using the proprietary video driver. Only that driver works well with LinuxMCE and nvidia cards and it will ask you it you want to switch to it now.

[[Image:Snapshot3.JPG|400px]]

The next screen will ask you want to keep your current network configuration or if you want to set your network options manually; then press "Forward".

[[Image:ConfirNetworkSettings.jpg|400px]]

'''6.''' Insert your LinuxMCE cd as instructed and press 'Forward'.

[[Image:InstallOptions.jpg|400px]]

'''7.''' In the next step you have 2 options :
*First it asks you if you want to Run a DHCP Server or not. LinuxMCE must be the DHCP server for your home in order to provide plug-and-play detection of network devices like IP Cameras and VOIP phones, and to provide network boot images to any other pc's in the home you want to use as media stations.
*The other option asks if you want to keep the default Internal Network address or if you want to change it. If you have already a DHCP-Server running, choose also this option. You can then switch from 'manually' to 'DHCP'.

After that you must press 'Forward'.

[[Image:DhcpSettings.jpg|400px]]

'''8.''' In the next window you can see message about the Linux MCE system installation. Don't worry if the system seems to stop at points or report what seems like error messages. This is normal since at places it will be testing drivers out, and is only there for the advanced Linux user. You will get a dialog box if something really does go wrong. And, understand this may take a very long time since it will in parallel be updating your Ubuntu system to the latest version. Just leave it for an hour or two and come back later.

[[Image:StartInstall.jpg|400px]]

'''9.''' In the final step you will see a message saying "Installation was finished , please reboot"

[[Image:FinalStep.jpg|400px]]

*(Optional) Ubuntu and Linux MCE won't install by default software needed to play DVD or some other restricted media formats that might be illegal in some countries. You can follow the [[Restricted Software Installation Guide]] if the restrictions don't apply to your country.

Next reboot by choosing System, Quit, Restart from Ubuntu's desktop. Note: The first time you start LinuxMCE it will take quite a while, like around 10 minute, because it will re-validate everything was installed ok. After this it starts up pretty quickly, in less than 60 seconds.

Next follow the [http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php?title=QuickStart_Guide Quick Start Guide] to tell LinuxMCE about how you want to use it.

Note that if you said you want LinuxMCE to startup by default, after rebooting you'll have LinuxMCE, not Ubuntu. If you will only use this as a media pc, that's fine; you won't ever need to access the Ubuntu desktop to set anything up and can do it all from either the LMCE UI and a remote control, or with the LMCE web admin panel using the web browser of any pc in your home. But, if you want to use this as a normal Ubuntu PC too, and you want to start Ubuntu after LinuxMCE is going, there's not yet an icon to switch to Ubuntu from within LinuxMCE, so press Ctrl+Alt+F2, login, and type StartX. If you said you want Ubuntu by default, it will boot to the Ubuntu desktop and you can choose Applications, Sound & Video, Start Media Center to start LinuxMCE manually. When both LinuxMCE and Ubuntu are running, you can toggle between them by pressing ctrl+alt+f7 for Ubuntu and ctrl+alt+F11 for LinuxMCE. Unfortunately, at this moment, once you start LinuxMCE there is no way to stop it. The Ubuntu integration is still a work in progress.

File:Snapshot3.JPG

2007-08-07T11:55:52Z

Sandel:

Installation Guide

2007-08-07T11:52:15Z

Sandel:

'''Still needs to be updated for LinuxMCE 0704'''

Steps for installing Linux MCE on an Ubuntu 7.04 system :

'''1.''' Take an Ubuntu install already configured with Internet connection (Configure your network card and DNS). If you don't have an Ubuntu system already installed please follow these generic steps:

*Take an [http://www.ubuntu.com/products/GetUbuntu/download?action=show&redirect=download Ubuntu Live Cd] and boot from it.
*Choose 'Start or install Ubuntu'
*When Ubuntu's desktop appears, double-click on 'Install'
*A short wizard will start and guide you; Select the language and press 'forward'
*Choose your timezone and press 'forward'
*Select the keyboard layout
*Choose desktop name, a user name and a password
*Select the partitioning options for your disk: erase the entire disk or just manually edit the options.
*Ready to install.
*Reboot the system and remove the Live CD
 

'''2.''' From within the Ubuntu 7.04 desktop, open Firefox (the orange and blue icon at the top), and go to [http://www.linuxmce.com www.linuxmce.com] and select 'Download Instructions' to download the Linux MCE CD`s or the DVD on your machine. Or just use this direct link [http://wiki.linuxmce.org/index.php/Mirrors click here]

[[Image:DownloadInstaller.jpg|400px]]

'''3.''' Once you have downloaded the packages, proceed with the installation. First, you have to install mce-installer, which is the software that will guide you through the installation. Right-click on it, go to Kubuntu Package Menu -> Install Package.

[[Image:Inst1.jpg|400px]]

'''4.''' The installer will have put an "Install Linux MCE" icon on your desktop. Double-click it to start the installation process. A window will appear saying that you will be notified when updates are available.

[[Image:Snapshot1.JPG|400px]]

After this you have to choose if you want a dedicated core or a hybrid ([http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php/Getting_Started#A_Dedicated_Core click here]to find out the difference between a core and a hybrid), and then click on "Forward" button.

[[Image:Snapshot2.JPG|400px]]

'''5.''' The next screen will ask you want to keep your current network configuration or if you want to set your network options manually; then press "Forward".

[[Image:ConfirNetworkSettings.jpg|400px]]

'''6.''' Insert your LinuxMCE cd as instructed and press 'Forward'.

[[Image:InstallOptions.jpg|400px]]

'''7.''' In the next step you have 2 options :
*First it asks you if you want to Run a DHCP Server or not. LinuxMCE must be the DHCP server for your home in order to provide plug-and-play detection of network devices like IP Cameras and VOIP phones, and to provide network boot images to any other pc's in the home you want to use as media stations.
*The other option asks if you want to keep the default Internal Network address or if you want to change it. If you have already a DHCP-Server running, choose also this option. You can then switch from 'manually' to 'DHCP'.

After that you must press 'Forward'.

[[Image:DhcpSettings.jpg|400px]]

'''8.''' In the next window you can see message about the Linux MCE system installation. Don't worry if the system seems to stop at points or report what seems like error messages. This is normal since at places it will be testing drivers out, and is only there for the advanced Linux user. You will get a dialog box if something really does go wrong. And, understand this may take a very long time since it will in parallel be updating your Ubuntu system to the latest version. Just leave it for an hour or two and come back later.

[[Image:StartInstall.jpg|400px]]

'''9.''' In the final step you will see a message saying "Installation was finished , please reboot"

[[Image:FinalStep.jpg|400px]]

*(Optional) Ubuntu and Linux MCE won't install by default software needed to play DVD or some other restricted media formats that might be illegal in some countries. You can follow the [[Restricted Software Installation Guide]] if the restrictions don't apply to your country.

Next reboot by choosing System, Quit, Restart from Ubuntu's desktop. Note: The first time you start LinuxMCE it will take quite a while, like around 10 minute, because it will re-validate everything was installed ok. After this it starts up pretty quickly, in less than 60 seconds.

Next follow the [http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php?title=QuickStart_Guide Quick Start Guide] to tell LinuxMCE about how you want to use it.

Note that if you said you want LinuxMCE to startup by default, after rebooting you'll have LinuxMCE, not Ubuntu. If you will only use this as a media pc, that's fine; you won't ever need to access the Ubuntu desktop to set anything up and can do it all from either the LMCE UI and a remote control, or with the LMCE web admin panel using the web browser of any pc in your home. But, if you want to use this as a normal Ubuntu PC too, and you want to start Ubuntu after LinuxMCE is going, there's not yet an icon to switch to Ubuntu from within LinuxMCE, so press Ctrl+Alt+F2, login, and type StartX. If you said you want Ubuntu by default, it will boot to the Ubuntu desktop and you can choose Applications, Sound & Video, Start Media Center to start LinuxMCE manually. When both LinuxMCE and Ubuntu are running, you can toggle between them by pressing ctrl+alt+f7 for Ubuntu and ctrl+alt+F11 for LinuxMCE. Unfortunately, at this moment, once you start LinuxMCE there is no way to stop it. The Ubuntu integration is still a work in progress.

File:Snapshot2.JPG

2007-08-07T11:51:00Z

Sandel:

Installation Guide

2007-08-07T11:50:09Z

Sandel:

'''Still needs to be updated for LinuxMCE 0704'''

Steps for installing Linux MCE on an Ubuntu 7.04 system :

'''1.''' Take an Ubuntu install already configured with Internet connection (Configure your network card and DNS). If you don't have an Ubuntu system already installed please follow these generic steps:

*Take an [http://www.ubuntu.com/products/GetUbuntu/download?action=show&redirect=download Ubuntu Live Cd] and boot from it.
*Choose 'Start or install Ubuntu'
*When Ubuntu's desktop appears, double-click on 'Install'
*A short wizard will start and guide you; Select the language and press 'forward'
*Choose your timezone and press 'forward'
*Select the keyboard layout
*Choose desktop name, a user name and a password
*Select the partitioning options for your disk: erase the entire disk or just manually edit the options.
*Ready to install.
*Reboot the system and remove the Live CD
 

'''2.''' From within the Ubuntu 7.04 desktop, open Firefox (the orange and blue icon at the top), and go to [http://www.linuxmce.com www.linuxmce.com] and select 'Download Instructions' to download the Linux MCE CD`s or the DVD on your machine. Or just use this direct link [http://wiki.linuxmce.org/index.php/Mirrors click here]

[[Image:DownloadInstaller.jpg|400px]]

'''3.''' Once you have downloaded the packages, proceed with the installation. First, you have to install mce-installer, which is the software that will guide you through the installation. Right-click on it, go to Kubuntu Package Menu -> Install Package.

[[Image:Inst1.jpg|400px]]

'''4.''' The installer will have put an "Install Linux MCE" icon on your desktop. Double-click it to start the installation process. A window will appear saying that you will be notified when updates are available.

[[Image:Snapshot1.JPG|400px]]

After this you have to choose if you want a dedicated core or a hybrid ([http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php/Getting_Started#A_Dedicated_Core click here]to find out the difference between a core and a hybrid), and then click on "Forward" button.

'''5.''' The next screen will ask you want to keep your current network configuration or if you want to set your network options manually; then press "Forward".

[[Image:ConfirNetworkSettings.jpg|400px]]

'''6.''' Insert your LinuxMCE cd as instructed and press 'Forward'.

[[Image:InstallOptions.jpg|400px]]

'''7.''' In the next step you have 2 options :
*First it asks you if you want to Run a DHCP Server or not. LinuxMCE must be the DHCP server for your home in order to provide plug-and-play detection of network devices like IP Cameras and VOIP phones, and to provide network boot images to any other pc's in the home you want to use as media stations.
*The other option asks if you want to keep the default Internal Network address or if you want to change it. If you have already a DHCP-Server running, choose also this option. You can then switch from 'manually' to 'DHCP'.

After that you must press 'Forward'.

[[Image:DhcpSettings.jpg|400px]]

'''8.''' In the next window you can see message about the Linux MCE system installation. Don't worry if the system seems to stop at points or report what seems like error messages. This is normal since at places it will be testing drivers out, and is only there for the advanced Linux user. You will get a dialog box if something really does go wrong. And, understand this may take a very long time since it will in parallel be updating your Ubuntu system to the latest version. Just leave it for an hour or two and come back later.

[[Image:StartInstall.jpg|400px]]

'''9.''' In the final step you will see a message saying "Installation was finished , please reboot"

[[Image:FinalStep.jpg|400px]]

*(Optional) Ubuntu and Linux MCE won't install by default software needed to play DVD or some other restricted media formats that might be illegal in some countries. You can follow the [[Restricted Software Installation Guide]] if the restrictions don't apply to your country.

Next reboot by choosing System, Quit, Restart from Ubuntu's desktop. Note: The first time you start LinuxMCE it will take quite a while, like around 10 minute, because it will re-validate everything was installed ok. After this it starts up pretty quickly, in less than 60 seconds.

Next follow the [http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php?title=QuickStart_Guide Quick Start Guide] to tell LinuxMCE about how you want to use it.

Note that if you said you want LinuxMCE to startup by default, after rebooting you'll have LinuxMCE, not Ubuntu. If you will only use this as a media pc, that's fine; you won't ever need to access the Ubuntu desktop to set anything up and can do it all from either the LMCE UI and a remote control, or with the LMCE web admin panel using the web browser of any pc in your home. But, if you want to use this as a normal Ubuntu PC too, and you want to start Ubuntu after LinuxMCE is going, there's not yet an icon to switch to Ubuntu from within LinuxMCE, so press Ctrl+Alt+F2, login, and type StartX. If you said you want Ubuntu by default, it will boot to the Ubuntu desktop and you can choose Applications, Sound & Video, Start Media Center to start LinuxMCE manually. When both LinuxMCE and Ubuntu are running, you can toggle between them by pressing ctrl+alt+f7 for Ubuntu and ctrl+alt+F11 for LinuxMCE. Unfortunately, at this moment, once you start LinuxMCE there is no way to stop it. The Ubuntu integration is still a work in progress.

Installation Guide

2007-08-07T11:44:16Z

Sandel:

'''Still needs to be updated for LinuxMCE 0704'''

Steps for installing Linux MCE on an Ubuntu 7.04 system :

'''1.''' Take an Ubuntu install already configured with Internet connection (Configure your network card and DNS). If you don't have an Ubuntu system already installed please follow these generic steps:

*Take an [http://www.ubuntu.com/products/GetUbuntu/download?action=show&redirect=download Ubuntu Live Cd] and boot from it.
*Choose 'Start or install Ubuntu'
*When Ubuntu's desktop appears, double-click on 'Install'
*A short wizard will start and guide you; Select the language and press 'forward'
*Choose your timezone and press 'forward'
*Select the keyboard layout
*Choose desktop name, a user name and a password
*Select the partitioning options for your disk: erase the entire disk or just manually edit the options.
*Ready to install.
*Reboot the system and remove the Live CD
 

'''2.''' From within the Ubuntu 7.04 desktop, open Firefox (the orange and blue icon at the top), and go to [http://www.linuxmce.com www.linuxmce.com] and select 'Download Instructions' to download the Linux MCE CD`s or the DVD on your machine. Or just use this direct link [http://wiki.linuxmce.org/index.php/Mirrors click here]

[[Image:DownloadInstaller.jpg|400px]]

'''3.''' Once you have downloaded the packages, proceed with the installation. First, you have to install mce-installer, which is the software that will guide you through the installation. Right-click on it, go to Kubuntu Package Menu -> Install Package.

[[Image:Inst1.jpg|400px]]

'''4.''' The installer will have put an "Install Linux MCE" icon on your desktop. Double-click it to start the installation process. A window will appear saying that you will be notified when updates are available.

[[Image:Snapshot1.JPG|400px]]

asking to choose if you want a dedicated core or a hybrid ([http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php/Getting_Started#A_Dedicated_Core click here]to find out the difference between a core and a hybrid), after that you must click on "Forward" button.

'''5.''' The next screen will ask you want to keep your current network configuration or if you want to set your network options manually; then press "Forward".

[[Image:ConfirNetworkSettings.jpg|400px]]

'''6.''' Insert your LinuxMCE cd as instructed and press 'Forward'.

[[Image:InstallOptions.jpg|400px]]

'''7.''' In the next step you have 2 options :
*First it asks you if you want to Run a DHCP Server or not. LinuxMCE must be the DHCP server for your home in order to provide plug-and-play detection of network devices like IP Cameras and VOIP phones, and to provide network boot images to any other pc's in the home you want to use as media stations.
*The other option asks if you want to keep the default Internal Network address or if you want to change it. If you have already a DHCP-Server running, choose also this option. You can then switch from 'manually' to 'DHCP'.

After that you must press 'Forward'.

[[Image:DhcpSettings.jpg|400px]]

'''8.''' In the next window you can see message about the Linux MCE system installation. Don't worry if the system seems to stop at points or report what seems like error messages. This is normal since at places it will be testing drivers out, and is only there for the advanced Linux user. You will get a dialog box if something really does go wrong. And, understand this may take a very long time since it will in parallel be updating your Ubuntu system to the latest version. Just leave it for an hour or two and come back later.

[[Image:StartInstall.jpg|400px]]

'''9.''' In the final step you will see a message saying "Installation was finished , please reboot"

[[Image:FinalStep.jpg|400px]]

*(Optional) Ubuntu and Linux MCE won't install by default software needed to play DVD or some other restricted media formats that might be illegal in some countries. You can follow the [[Restricted Software Installation Guide]] if the restrictions don't apply to your country.

Next reboot by choosing System, Quit, Restart from Ubuntu's desktop. Note: The first time you start LinuxMCE it will take quite a while, like around 10 minute, because it will re-validate everything was installed ok. After this it starts up pretty quickly, in less than 60 seconds.

Next follow the [http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php?title=QuickStart_Guide Quick Start Guide] to tell LinuxMCE about how you want to use it.

Note that if you said you want LinuxMCE to startup by default, after rebooting you'll have LinuxMCE, not Ubuntu. If you will only use this as a media pc, that's fine; you won't ever need to access the Ubuntu desktop to set anything up and can do it all from either the LMCE UI and a remote control, or with the LMCE web admin panel using the web browser of any pc in your home. But, if you want to use this as a normal Ubuntu PC too, and you want to start Ubuntu after LinuxMCE is going, there's not yet an icon to switch to Ubuntu from within LinuxMCE, so press Ctrl+Alt+F2, login, and type StartX. If you said you want Ubuntu by default, it will boot to the Ubuntu desktop and you can choose Applications, Sound & Video, Start Media Center to start LinuxMCE manually. When both LinuxMCE and Ubuntu are running, you can toggle between them by pressing ctrl+alt+f7 for Ubuntu and ctrl+alt+F11 for LinuxMCE. Unfortunately, at this moment, once you start LinuxMCE there is no way to stop it. The Ubuntu integration is still a work in progress.

File:Snapshot1.JPG

2007-08-07T11:42:33Z

Sandel:

Installation Guide

2007-08-07T11:42:11Z

Sandel:

'''Still needs to be updated for LinuxMCE 0704'''

Steps for installing Linux MCE on an Ubuntu 7.04 system :

'''1.''' Take an Ubuntu install already configured with Internet connection (Configure your network card and DNS). If you don't have an Ubuntu system already installed please follow these generic steps:

*Take an [http://www.ubuntu.com/products/GetUbuntu/download?action=show&redirect=download Ubuntu Live Cd] and boot from it.
*Choose 'Start or install Ubuntu'
*When Ubuntu's desktop appears, double-click on 'Install'
*A short wizard will start and guide you; Select the language and press 'forward'
*Choose your timezone and press 'forward'
*Select the keyboard layout
*Choose desktop name, a user name and a password
*Select the partitioning options for your disk: erase the entire disk or just manually edit the options.
*Ready to install.
*Reboot the system and remove the Live CD
 

'''2.''' From within the Ubuntu 7.04 desktop, open Firefox (the orange and blue icon at the top), and go to [http://www.linuxmce.com www.linuxmce.com] and select 'Download Instructions' to download the Linux MCE CD`s or the DVD on your machine. Or just use this direct link [http://wiki.linuxmce.org/index.php/Mirrors click here]

[[Image:DownloadInstaller.jpg|400px]]

'''3.''' Once you have downloaded the packages, proceed with the installation. First, you have to install mce-installer, which is the software that will guide you through the installation. Right-click on it, go to Kubuntu Package Menu -> Install Package.

[[Image:Inst1.jpg|400px]]

'''4.''' The installer will have put an "Install Linux MCE" icon on your desktop. Double-click it to start the installation process. A window will appear saying that you will be notified when updates are available.

[[Image:Snapshot1.png|400px]]

asking to choose if you want a dedicated core or a hybrid ([http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php/Getting_Started#A_Dedicated_Core click here]to find out the difference between a core and a hybrid), after that you must click on "Forward" button.

'''5.''' The next screen will ask you want to keep your current network configuration or if you want to set your network options manually; then press "Forward".

[[Image:ConfirNetworkSettings.jpg|400px]]

'''6.''' Insert your LinuxMCE cd as instructed and press 'Forward'.

[[Image:InstallOptions.jpg|400px]]

'''7.''' In the next step you have 2 options :
*First it asks you if you want to Run a DHCP Server or not. LinuxMCE must be the DHCP server for your home in order to provide plug-and-play detection of network devices like IP Cameras and VOIP phones, and to provide network boot images to any other pc's in the home you want to use as media stations.
*The other option asks if you want to keep the default Internal Network address or if you want to change it. If you have already a DHCP-Server running, choose also this option. You can then switch from 'manually' to 'DHCP'.

After that you must press 'Forward'.

[[Image:DhcpSettings.jpg|400px]]

'''8.''' In the next window you can see message about the Linux MCE system installation. Don't worry if the system seems to stop at points or report what seems like error messages. This is normal since at places it will be testing drivers out, and is only there for the advanced Linux user. You will get a dialog box if something really does go wrong. And, understand this may take a very long time since it will in parallel be updating your Ubuntu system to the latest version. Just leave it for an hour or two and come back later.

[[Image:StartInstall.jpg|400px]]

'''9.''' In the final step you will see a message saying "Installation was finished , please reboot"

[[Image:FinalStep.jpg|400px]]

*(Optional) Ubuntu and Linux MCE won't install by default software needed to play DVD or some other restricted media formats that might be illegal in some countries. You can follow the [[Restricted Software Installation Guide]] if the restrictions don't apply to your country.

Next reboot by choosing System, Quit, Restart from Ubuntu's desktop. Note: The first time you start LinuxMCE it will take quite a while, like around 10 minute, because it will re-validate everything was installed ok. After this it starts up pretty quickly, in less than 60 seconds.

Next follow the [http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php?title=QuickStart_Guide Quick Start Guide] to tell LinuxMCE about how you want to use it.

Note that if you said you want LinuxMCE to startup by default, after rebooting you'll have LinuxMCE, not Ubuntu. If you will only use this as a media pc, that's fine; you won't ever need to access the Ubuntu desktop to set anything up and can do it all from either the LMCE UI and a remote control, or with the LMCE web admin panel using the web browser of any pc in your home. But, if you want to use this as a normal Ubuntu PC too, and you want to start Ubuntu after LinuxMCE is going, there's not yet an icon to switch to Ubuntu from within LinuxMCE, so press Ctrl+Alt+F2, login, and type StartX. If you said you want Ubuntu by default, it will boot to the Ubuntu desktop and you can choose Applications, Sound & Video, Start Media Center to start LinuxMCE manually. When both LinuxMCE and Ubuntu are running, you can toggle between them by pressing ctrl+alt+f7 for Ubuntu and ctrl+alt+F11 for LinuxMCE. Unfortunately, at this moment, once you start LinuxMCE there is no way to stop it. The Ubuntu integration is still a work in progress.

File:Snapshot1.png

2007-08-07T11:36:23Z

Sandel:

Installation Guide

2007-08-07T09:17:19Z

Sandel:

'''Still needs to be updated for LinuxMCE 0704'''

Steps for installing Linux MCE on an Ubuntu 7.04 system :

'''1.''' Take an Ubuntu install already configured with Internet connection (Configure your network card and DNS). If you don't have an Ubuntu system already installed please follow these generic steps:

*Take an [http://www.ubuntu.com/products/GetUbuntu/download?action=show&redirect=download Ubuntu Live Cd] and boot from it.
*Choose 'Start or install Ubuntu'
*When Ubuntu's desktop appears, double-click on 'Install'
*A short wizard will start and guide you; Select the language and press 'forward'
*Choose your timezone and press 'forward'
*Select the keyboard layout
*Choose desktop name, a user name and a password
*Select the partitioning options for your disk: erase the entire disk or just manually edit the options.
*Ready to install.
*Reboot the system and remove the Live CD
 

'''2.''' From within the Ubuntu 7.04 desktop, open Firefox (the orange and blue icon at the top), and go to [http://www.linuxmce.com www.linuxmce.com] and select 'Download Instructions' to download the Linux MCE CD`s or the DVD on your machine. Or just use this direct link [http://wiki.linuxmce.org/index.php/Mirrors click here]

[[Image:DownloadInstaller.jpg|400px]]

'''3.''' Once you have downloaded the packages, proceed with the installation. First, you have to install mce-installer, which is the software that will guide you through the installation. Right-click on it, go to Kubuntu Package Menu -> Install Package.

[[Image:Inst1.jpg]]

'''4.''' The installer will have put an "Install Linux MCE" icon on your desktop. Double-click it to start the installation process. A window will appear asking to choose if you want a dedicated core or a hybrid ([http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php/Getting_Started#A_Dedicated_Core click here]to find out the difference between a core and a hybrid), after that you must click on "Forward" button.

[[Image:CoreOrHybrid.jpg|400px]]

'''5.''' The next screen will ask you want to keep your current network configuration or if you want to set your network options manually; then press "Forward".

[[Image:ConfirNetworkSettings.jpg|400px]]

'''6.''' Insert your LinuxMCE cd as instructed and press 'Forward'.

[[Image:InstallOptions.jpg|400px]]

'''7.''' In the next step you have 2 options :
*First it asks you if you want to Run a DHCP Server or not. LinuxMCE must be the DHCP server for your home in order to provide plug-and-play detection of network devices like IP Cameras and VOIP phones, and to provide network boot images to any other pc's in the home you want to use as media stations.
*The other option asks if you want to keep the default Internal Network address or if you want to change it. If you have already a DHCP-Server running, choose also this option. You can then switch from 'manually' to 'DHCP'.

After that you must press 'Forward'.

[[Image:DhcpSettings.jpg|400px]]

'''8.''' In the next window you can see message about the Linux MCE system installation. Don't worry if the system seems to stop at points or report what seems like error messages. This is normal since at places it will be testing drivers out, and is only there for the advanced Linux user. You will get a dialog box if something really does go wrong. And, understand this may take a very long time since it will in parallel be updating your Ubuntu system to the latest version. Just leave it for an hour or two and come back later.

[[Image:StartInstall.jpg|400px]]

'''9.''' In the final step you will see a message saying "Installation was finished , please reboot"

[[Image:FinalStep.jpg|400px]]

*(Optional) Ubuntu and Linux MCE won't install by default software needed to play DVD or some other restricted media formats that might be illegal in some countries. You can follow the [[Restricted Software Installation Guide]] if the restrictions don't apply to your country.

Next reboot by choosing System, Quit, Restart from Ubuntu's desktop. Note: The first time you start LinuxMCE it will take quite a while, like around 10 minute, because it will re-validate everything was installed ok. After this it starts up pretty quickly, in less than 60 seconds.

Next follow the [http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php?title=QuickStart_Guide Quick Start Guide] to tell LinuxMCE about how you want to use it.

Note that if you said you want LinuxMCE to startup by default, after rebooting you'll have LinuxMCE, not Ubuntu. If you will only use this as a media pc, that's fine; you won't ever need to access the Ubuntu desktop to set anything up and can do it all from either the LMCE UI and a remote control, or with the LMCE web admin panel using the web browser of any pc in your home. But, if you want to use this as a normal Ubuntu PC too, and you want to start Ubuntu after LinuxMCE is going, there's not yet an icon to switch to Ubuntu from within LinuxMCE, so press Ctrl+Alt+F2, login, and type StartX. If you said you want Ubuntu by default, it will boot to the Ubuntu desktop and you can choose Applications, Sound & Video, Start Media Center to start LinuxMCE manually. When both LinuxMCE and Ubuntu are running, you can toggle between them by pressing ctrl+alt+f7 for Ubuntu and ctrl+alt+F11 for LinuxMCE. Unfortunately, at this moment, once you start LinuxMCE there is no way to stop it. The Ubuntu integration is still a work in progress.

File:Inst1.jpg

2007-08-07T08:31:28Z

Sandel:

Installation Guide

2007-08-07T08:17:17Z

Sandel:

'''Still needs to be updated for LinuxMCE 0704'''

Steps for installing Linux MCE on an Ubuntu 7.04 system :

'''1.''' Take an Ubuntu install already configured with Internet connection (Configure your network card and DNS). If you don't have an Ubuntu system already installed please follow these generic steps:

*Take an [http://www.ubuntu.com/products/GetUbuntu/download?action=show&redirect=download Ubuntu Live Cd] and boot from it.
*Choose 'Start or install Ubuntu'
*When Ubuntu's desktop appears, double-click on 'Install'
*A short wizard will start and guide you; Select the language and press 'forward'
*Choose your timezone and press 'forward'
*Select the keyboard layout
*Choose desktop name, a user name and a password
*Select the partitioning options for your disk: erase the entire disk or just manually edit the options.
*Ready to install.
*Reboot the system and remove the Live CD
 

'''2.''' From within the Ubuntu 7.04 desktop, open Firefox (the orange and blue icon at the top), and go to [http://www.linuxmce.com www.linuxmce.com] and select 'Download Instructions' to download the Linux MCE CD`s or the DVD on your machine. Or just use this direct link [http://wiki.linuxmce.org/index.php/Mirrors click here]

[[Image:DownloadInstaller.jpg|400px]]

'''3.''' Either open the file directly within firefox, or save it to your desktop and open it manually. Click the button to install the package.

[[Image:SaveInstaller.jpg|400px]]

'''4.''' The installer will have put an "Install Linux MCE" icon on your desktop. Double-click it to start the installation process. A window will appear asking to choose if you want a dedicated core or a hybrid ([http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php/Getting_Started#A_Dedicated_Core click here]to find out the difference between a core and a hybrid), after that you must click on "Forward" button.

[[Image:CoreOrHybrid.jpg|400px]]

'''5.''' The next screen will ask you want to keep your current network configuration or if you want to set your network options manually; then press "Forward".

[[Image:ConfirNetworkSettings.jpg|400px]]

'''6.''' Insert your LinuxMCE cd as instructed and press 'Forward'.

[[Image:InstallOptions.jpg|400px]]

'''7.''' In the next step you have 2 options :
*First it asks you if you want to Run a DHCP Server or not. LinuxMCE must be the DHCP server for your home in order to provide plug-and-play detection of network devices like IP Cameras and VOIP phones, and to provide network boot images to any other pc's in the home you want to use as media stations.
*The other option asks if you want to keep the default Internal Network address or if you want to change it. If you have already a DHCP-Server running, choose also this option. You can then switch from 'manually' to 'DHCP'.

After that you must press 'Forward'.

[[Image:DhcpSettings.jpg|400px]]

'''8.''' In the next window you can see message about the Linux MCE system installation. Don't worry if the system seems to stop at points or report what seems like error messages. This is normal since at places it will be testing drivers out, and is only there for the advanced Linux user. You will get a dialog box if something really does go wrong. And, understand this may take a very long time since it will in parallel be updating your Ubuntu system to the latest version. Just leave it for an hour or two and come back later.

[[Image:StartInstall.jpg|400px]]

'''9.''' In the final step you will see a message saying "Installation was finished , please reboot"

[[Image:FinalStep.jpg|400px]]

*(Optional) Ubuntu and Linux MCE won't install by default software needed to play DVD or some other restricted media formats that might be illegal in some countries. You can follow the [[Restricted Software Installation Guide]] if the restrictions don't apply to your country.

Next reboot by choosing System, Quit, Restart from Ubuntu's desktop. Note: The first time you start LinuxMCE it will take quite a while, like around 10 minute, because it will re-validate everything was installed ok. After this it starts up pretty quickly, in less than 60 seconds.

Next follow the [http://linuxmce.com/wiki/index.php?title=QuickStart_Guide Quick Start Guide] to tell LinuxMCE about how you want to use it.

Note that if you said you want LinuxMCE to startup by default, after rebooting you'll have LinuxMCE, not Ubuntu. If you will only use this as a media pc, that's fine; you won't ever need to access the Ubuntu desktop to set anything up and can do it all from either the LMCE UI and a remote control, or with the LMCE web admin panel using the web browser of any pc in your home. But, if you want to use this as a normal Ubuntu PC too, and you want to start Ubuntu after LinuxMCE is going, there's not yet an icon to switch to Ubuntu from within LinuxMCE, so press Ctrl+Alt+F2, login, and type StartX. If you said you want Ubuntu by default, it will boot to the Ubuntu desktop and you can choose Applications, Sound & Video, Start Media Center to start LinuxMCE manually. When both LinuxMCE and Ubuntu are running, you can toggle between them by pressing ctrl+alt+f7 for Ubuntu and ctrl+alt+F11 for LinuxMCE. Unfortunately, at this moment, once you start LinuxMCE there is no way to stop it. The Ubuntu integration is still a work in progress.