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Hello all! (My first ever post on archlinux).
I have here in my hands a CD-R containing the latest version of archlinux (base). Before I take the plunge and install it, I want to know if I need a working internet connection for the initial install. I have migrated to arch from xubuntu because it had horrible conflictions with my hardware, namely my wireless router/USB receiver. I'm willing to make it work with arch, but was just wondering whether I should lug my PC in range of my modem and wire it (via RJ-45 ethernet cable) or if I would be 'okay' using my WLAN connection.
Thanks, and I look forward to learning with you all!
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You do not need an internet connection to complete the BASE install. You will, however, require an internet connection aftwerwards to install DE, and other applications.
As a start, I would connect to the router via Ethernet Cable and once I have my PC working as I wanted it, look for ways and means to use the wireless card.
I would recommend that you follow the Archwiki Official Installation Guide (http://wiki.archlinux.org/index.php/Off … tall_Guide) or this http://home.comcast.net/~pudges-place/a … page1.html
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Last edited by Preacher (2007-07-05 07:34:43)
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What driver does your USB wifi adapter use?
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