Installing NVidia GForce FX 5700

[Close_Hauled]

I am new to Linux, even though I have 20 years of networking experience. I downloaded the Knoppix CD and started working with it. I am having problems figuring out how to install the drivers for the video card.

First, I am not certain whether I need the FreeBSD driver, or the Linux IA32 driver.

I tried both, but I could not get them to install. The FreeBSD drivers directions;

http://download.nvidia.com/freebsd/1.0-4365/README.txt

Are just too confusing. I cant find the setup file that is reference in the "make setup" command.

I tried the IA32 drivers, and I got an error message. I wish that I had it, but I am back at Windows now.

Your time in this matter will be greatly appreciated.

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[shah]

You need to use Linux IA32 because basically you are in Debian distro. Get the latest nvidia installer(v 1.0-6106).

Assuming you install knoppix on hd:
1) If you're using kernel 2.4.x you don't have to compile your kernel.
Do a console log in, not kde. Log as root. Run this command :
sh NVIDIA-Linux-x86-1.0-6106-pkg1.run
It will ask you if you want to download kernel header from internet, just cancel that.It will rebuild it self. When everything succed, you need to edit your /etc/X11/XF86Config4 .
Type this command: mc
Find that /etc/X11/XF86Config4 file and enter F4 to edit. Find
Modules Section
Remove or comment out lines including "dri" and "GLCore"
Ensure there is a line with Load "glx"
Drivers Section
Replace "nv" with "nvidia"
Then enter F2 to save. F10 to quit.
Type startx to restart your KDE.

2) If you are using kernel 2.6.6
Follow my instruction http://www.knoppix.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=11619&start=0

I will suggest you boot with kernell 2.4.x first and do instruction (1)
first.
Then do the instruction (2).
This way, both your kernel can use nvidia driver.

[voldemort]

http://www.knoppix.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=10329

worked for me in fact im using the lates version of nvidia drivers

one not under load glx it only worked for me if i typed glx in caps

load GLX

but dosnt pick up my specific card just generic but works great
waiting on a reply to my post to see how to specifically set up my 5700LE

[comprookie2000]

Thanks shah,I followed your directions and it went without a hitch,thanks again david :D

[joedeck1]

Would it be possible for you to post your x86config-4 code. I have a 5500 and I can get my driver to load but can't get yhe dual head working. I did the debian install and I think knoppix regenerates the x86 file every time you reboot. I like knoppix but i also like the dual monitors for web design and stuff. I been trying for two weeks to get it working. I guess if I can't Iwill have to decide witch one I like best.

Thanx: Joe