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Please OP remove my old post about Ubuntu on Tab 3...
T3buntu (Had to call it something...)
Disclaimer:
What you do with this information is up to you. If your device breaks while trying anything in here you do that at your own risc.
I cant be held responsible for anything that happens to your device.
Everything in here was tested on a Samsung Galaxy Tab3 10.1(5210) if you try anything in here on any other device thats up to you.
Most of the work is made by the Linux on Android team i have just tested and fixed some stuff.
The image is ext2, x86 but im working on a ext4, AMD64 image.
”Changelog”
1. Replaced lxde with KDE Plasma
2. Added entryś in etc/fstab for int/ext SdCards
3. Edited bootscript from the Linux on Android team so that the SdCards in the Tab is correcly mounted and works with fstab.
4. Installed "missing" packages to minimize errors.
Works:
Wifi
Battery indicator
Int/Ext SdCard
Most of the stuff in Ubuntu.
Issues:
Leftpanel is black
Slow startup, but can be fixed. I will add that later.
Some apps dont work if you start them as root.
Couldnt make jpg work as wallpaper so using png at the moment.
Rotation isnt setup since we cant use xrandr to rotate the screen..
Not tested:
GPS
ToDo
Streamline startup
Add init.d support on the Tab
Tweaking were ever possible.
Fix sound
Now for the fun stuff.
Installation:
1. Root your device. I used this Guide.
2. Install Busybox.
3. Install Linux on Android.
4. Install a VNC client of your shoice, i preferr Jump Desktop free.
5. Copy bootscript.sh to /data/data/com.zpwebsites.linuxonandroid/files/ overwrite the old file.
6. Unpack and Copy the t3buntuv1.2_20131216.img to a place of your choosing on either internal or external sdcard.
7. Make a Linux on Android widget and point it to the img file you copied in 6.
OBS !! This image is preconfigured with the user ubuntu and psw t3buntu..
8. Now click on the LOA widget you made in 7 and let linux ”bootup”
9. In your VNC client connect to localhost.
DONE ! Your now in Ubuntu..
If you want more screenspace you can uncomment
# service call activity 42 s16 com.android.systemui
In bootscript.sh this will remove the android panel. The problem with this at the moment is that to
get it back you have to restart the Tab becourse the ´am´ command to get it back ”Seg faults” on
my tab and i havnt figured out why yet.
Consider this image as alpha...
OBS !! The image file is BIG 1.4GB compressed and 4GB decompressed. Will try and make it smaller not sure how the Linux on Android team made there images so small...
LINK to imagefile
LINK to bootscript
Credits
Linux on Android team
The one that made the scripts from the start. Not sure who made them...
How about a link to get 3. Linux on Android.
I know I'm top lazy to Google.
Sent from my GT-P5210 using XDA Premium HD app
Awesome! Glad to see something! And having Ubuntu is a very cool os to have! Good work and thank you!
Sent from my SCH-I605 using xda app-developers app
Added links to Linux on Android and Busybox in first post.
Nice, but there are a few things...
The bootscript.sh contains one little, but crucial error.
At line 172, character 44, you forgot one space, which makes the mount procedure unusable:
Code:
$bbox mount -o bind /storage/extSdCard $mnt/extSdCard
Which should be:
Code:
$bbox mount -o bind /storage/extSdCard $mnt/extSdCard
Without this (for me) it failes while it's starting up.
And, another thing, my tablet reboots at the moment I have to run VNC to start the X server, even though I'm not doing or touching anything.
After reboot it doesn't start up t3buntu either.
But, very good work !!
And yes, I do have Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 GT-P5210...
RubenStauttener;48606882]Nice, but there are a few things...
The bootscript.sh contains one little, but crucial error.
At line 172, character 44, you forgot one space, which makes the mount procedure unusable:
Code:
$bbox mount -o bind /storage/extSdCard $mnt/extSdCard
Which should be:
Code:
$bbox mount -o bind /storage/extSdCard $mnt/extSdCard
Without this (for me) it failes while it's starting up.
Havnt noticed any problems here but i have added the space and updated the script since both versions works for me.
And, another thing, my tablet reboots at the moment I have to run VNC to start the X server, even though I'm not doing or touching anything.
After reboot it doesn't start up t3buntu either.
Does it reboot during script execution ? It do sound like a mem issue. Do you have widgets and such running in android ?
You can try with enabling the swapfile in bootscript.sh .
But, very good work !!
And yes, I do have Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 GT-P5210...
I've got the terminal up and running fine. But I can't VNC into it. What settings are you using for you VNC viewer?
How about native graphic support using libhybris? Or since this device use PowerVR SGX 544, is native X11 possible? Reference: https://wiki.archlinux.org/index.php/Intel_GMA3600
EDIT: https://github.com/trevd/android_kernel_samsung_santos10/tree/cm-10.2/drivers/staging/mrst/pvr and https://github.com/thomas001/cedarview-drm/tree/master/staging/cdv/pvr looks similar
Thanks for sharing but it's not working
VNC: autentification failed !
Jump Desktop: It ask a password, and I don't have this password !
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Nonta72 said:
Thanks for sharing but it's not working
VNC: autentification failed !
Jump Desktop: It ask a password, and I don't have this password !
Sent from Gallifrey using TARDIS
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Test password: ubuntu
When run script say mnt error =/
zorrigas said:
Test password: ubuntu
When run script say mnt error =/
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Thanks, but I already solved it :good:
Sent from my GT-5210 powered by AmatROM HD
Hi, I posted a question in the Q&A forum (them 10 posts), but I guess it really belongs here.
Tried this on my TWRP rooted UANB4 stock rom P5210, stock kernel. And I get the following with your script and image:
Code:
[email protected]:/ $
[email protected]:/ $ cd /storage/extSdCard/Img
[email protected]:/storage/extSdCard/Img $ su
[email protected]:/storage/extSdCard/Img # sh /data/data/com.zpwebsites.linuxonandroid/files/bootscript.sh /storage/extSdCard/Img/t3buntuv1.2_20131216.img
Checking loop device... FOUND
mount: mounting /dev/block/loop255 on /data/local/mnt failed: Invalid argument
Error: Unable to mount the loop device!
1|[email protected]:/storage/extSdCard/Img #
Line : $bbox mount -t ext2 /dev/block/loop255 $mnt
Do I tell busybox to overwrite the mount command?
Otherwise, excellent work, cant wait till I have it running.
*EDIT*
Turns out I just had to copy the image again, I guess my first transfer got cut off.
Totally works, thx
hey. i noticed that the last update was in April of 2014. i was wondering if there was any updates on this.
getting linux on my tablit was the #1 reason i chose to root my GT-P5210 in the first place.
Homage said:
hey. i noticed that the last update was in April of 2014. i was wondering if there was any updates on this.
getting linux on my tablit was the #1 reason i chose to root my GT-P5210 in the first place.
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I did not try this one. I bet itworks in VNC as it tell us. Instead i did
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=58175673&postcount=54
I guess I can say it work aceptable in VNC mode, definitly work nice in comand mode. I been working in a native solution but it is a hard bone for my teeth. Look in the general area.
Download link is down
I would like to run Ubuntu on my Tab 3 but the link doesn't work. Could some upload a working link please?
Hi Guys,
Anyona has this .sh script and the t3buntuv1.2_20131216.img file? if you send me im hosting and distributing free as i live i want to use for my home automatization.
THX
G
jorgen_gustavsson said:
Please OP remove my old post about Ubuntu on Tab 3...
T3buntu (Had to call it something...)
Disclaimer:
What you do with this information is up to you. If your device breaks while trying anything in here you do that at your own risc.
I cant be held responsible for anything that happens to your device.
Everything in here was tested on a Samsung Galaxy Tab3 10.1(5210) if you try anything in here on any other device thats up to you.
Most of the work is made by the Linux on Android team i have just tested and fixed some stuff.
The image is ext2, x86 but im working on a ext4, AMD64 image.
”Changelog”
1. Replaced lxde with KDE Plasma
2. Added entryś in etc/fstab for int/ext SdCards
3. Edited bootscript from the Linux on Android team so that the SdCards in the Tab is correcly mounted and works with fstab.
4. Installed "missing" packages to minimize errors.
Works:
Wifi
Battery indicator
Int/Ext SdCard
Most of the stuff in Ubuntu.
Issues:
Leftpanel is black
Slow startup, but can be fixed. I will add that later.
Some apps dont work if you start them as root.
Couldnt make jpg work as wallpaper so using png at the moment.
Rotation isnt setup since we cant use xrandr to rotate the screen..
Not tested:
GPS
ToDo
Streamline startup
Add init.d support on the Tab
Tweaking were ever possible.
Fix sound
Now for the fun stuff.
Installation:
1. Root your device. I used this Guide.
2. Install Busybox.
3. Install Linux on Android.
4. Install a VNC client of your choice, i preferr Jump Desktop free.
5. Copy bootscript.sh to /data/data/com.zpwebsites.linuxonandroid/files/ overwrite the old file.
6. Unpack and Copy the t3buntuv1.2_20131216.img to a place of your choosing on either internal or external sdcard.
7. Make a Linux on Android widget and point it to the img file you copied in 6.
OBS !! This image is preconfigured with the user ubuntu and psw t3buntu..
8. Now click on the LOA widget you made in 7 and let linux ”bootup”
9. In your VNC client connect to localhost.
DONE ! Your now in Ubuntu..
If you want more screenspace you can uncomment
# service call activity 42 s16 com.android.systemui
In bootscript.sh this will remove the android panel. The problem with this at the moment is that to
get it back you have to restart the Tab becourse the ´am´ command to get it back ”Seg faults” on
my tab and i havnt figured out why yet.
Consider this image as alpha...
OBS !! The image file is BIG 1.4GB compressed and 4GB decompressed. Will try and make it smaller not sure how the Linux on Android team made there images so small...
LINK to imagefile <===== this URL broken
LINK to bootscript <===== this URL broken
Credits
Linux on Android team
The one that made the scripts from the start. Not sure who made them...
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The NookBuntu Dev Team
devastatorx | penkia | lincore | munday | luciferii
CREDITS: munday for his initial work on this project, penkia for the wifi and touchscreen fixes. The guys who pulled off the vnc trick to get us thinking about how to make this a full fledged linux tablet. All the great developers for the nook and every other device.
*DISCLAIMER*
I'm not responsible, blah blah blah...if you are trying this...your warranty cherry was popped long ago
Q & A - This area will be updated as questions arise
Q: Why the skip from alpha 0.1 to beta 0.3?
A: Alot of testing and fixes were implemented behind the scenes. These images were not released due to usability issues. We wanted this release to be one that could serve as a daily build. And this comes relatively close.
Q: Will this mess up my current configuration?
A: If your current configuration runs from the eMMC, then no. It runs solely from the uSD card. As long as you don't mount your eMMC inside NookBuntu and start messing around with it, it should be fine.
Q: Is this awesome?
A: Yes, it is so awesome that if I were to speak anymore than a few lines about it's awesomeness, computers would become self aware, sheep would begin counting people, and pong would turn into tetris...
Q: Will this run from the internal memory?
A: This is being planned for a future release and currently only runs from the SD card. DO NOT FLASH IT TO THE eMMC!!!
A NOTE ABOUT DONATIONS - Please read
No we do not ask for donations or accept them. We do this because we are as passionate as anyone in this communtiy about the tech we use.
If you would like to donate, please instead consider donating to the following charity
The National Breast Cancer Foundation - https://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/donate/
My sister was recently diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer. I ask that if you do wish to donate, please do so in her honor. If you wish to make a donation in her honor please pm me for details (name and whatnot). Thank you!
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NookBuntu Beta 0.3
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Screens
Working
Boot into NookBuntu when the device is powered on (no adb necessary!)
Network manager - this is still being worked on, use the method listed in the instructions below
Touch screen
On screen keyboard auto slide out on text input area focus
Audio
Not Working
Home button
Volume buttons
Multi-touch
Bluetooth
Hardware acceleration
Accelerometer
Charging
Installation instructions
DOWNLOADS
NookBuntu Beta 0.3 - Download
md5: bfe2206fbfd7f402cd1c95c61b13dc83
NookBuntu Boot Partition - Download
md5: 316f8d6d44cb3d2c4a13f01da63c302e
We will need to make a bootable SD card for this. As of right now I have an 8gb card and will be uploading a burnable image soon...but for now this method will work.
Download this script and save it somewhere you have easy access to.
Download: SDMAKER
Ok so you have all the files right? Right?? ...right
Let's get that SD card prep'd for our NookBuntu installation.
1) Open up a terminal and cd to where you saved the file sdmaker.sh
2) Insert your soon to be nookbuntu sd card into your pc and find out where your sd card is mounted i.e. /dev/mmcblk0 or wherever. REMEMBER what it was (for me it is /dev/mmcblk0)
3) Type the following command hitting enter after each line
Code:
sudo chmod +x sdmaker.sh
sudo ./sdmaker.sh /dev/yoursdcard
4) Let this command run and finish out, it is formatting your sd card to correctly have a boot and filesystem partitions
5) Once this has finished you should have two new partitions show up, either mounted already at /media/boot and /media/Angstrom or should be able to mount the new partitions in your file manager. If they aren't mounted go ahead and mount them.
Let's regather. You have two folders open on your desktop, one titled "boot" and the other titled "Angstrom". Are you with me? Good.
6) Untar/7zip/Unzip whatever...decompress the file nookbuntu-0.3beta.tgz anywhere you would like.
7) cd to the directory where you extracted the files. There should be a folder titled "system" Go ahead and cd into that directory.
8) Now we need to copy all of the contents to the Angstrom partition on your SD card
Code:
sudo cp -r * /media/Angstrom
This will take awhile, get something to drink.
9) After that has finished lets copy over the boot partition. Go to where you downloaded the file "nookbuntu-boot.7z" and extract it. Now CD to nookbuntu-boot. Are you with me? Let's copy those files over!
Code:
sudo cp -r * /media/boot
10) After that has finished we need to setup your wifi so it will work. So let's edit the one of the files we just put on your sdcard (use whatever text editor you would like:
Code:
sudo gedit /media/Angstrom/etc/wifi/w2.conf
In your text editor you will have something like this:
Code:
ctrl_interface=/var/run/wpa_supplicant
network={
ssid="WiFiNetworkName"
scan_ssid=1
key_mgmt=WPA-PSK
psk="yourWPAkey"
}
We need to change a few things to be able to connect to your home wifi.
Change the following:
Code:
ssid="WifiNetworkName"
to
ssid="YourSSID"
Obviously replace "YourSSID" with whatever your actual SSID is.
Chances are you are using WPA encryption...well if you aren't...you should be. Assuming you are we need to set up so we can send the key to the router when we connect.
See this line?
Code:
psk="yourWPAkey"
Change "yourWPAkey" to...you guessed it....your WPA password
Save the changes and exit.
11) Unmount the sdcard from your computer
Code:
sudo umount /media/boot
sudo umount /media/Angstrom
12) Take the Sd card and put it in your nook while it is powered off.
13) Power on your nook and give it a few mins...voila! NookBuntu should have loaded!
These next steps are for getting wifi up and running you can do this from an ADB shell or from the terminal inside NookBuntu or make it into a script for future use.
Enter these commands (hitting enter after each line unless otherwise noted)
Code:
killall wpasupplicant
ifconfig tiwlan0 up
killall connmand
wpa_supplicant -Dwext -i tiwlan0 -c /etc/wifi/w2.conf & dhclient
You should shortly be associated to your home network!
Enjoy NookBuntu! Make sure to thank all the great devs who have a hand in this project!
-devastatorx
Change log
Beta 0.3
Network Manager (semi working at the moment, should be fixed in next release) - penkia
Audio Working - devastatorx
On screen keyboard when focusing on a text input area - penkia
Boot into X when the device is powered on - Lincore
New base image - devastatorx & penkia
**reserved too
Wow, going to bed tonight, but I am definitely trying this tomorrow, I hope this is inevitably usable on the nook color, that steps up it's usability as a tablet.
Just a suggestion for the Mods, we should have a second forum for ubuntu on the Nook, that way it doesn't clutter up the android development and then it can expand and be organized for developers of linux vs android, might draw some more interest into this!
Honestly can't wait to try this though, good work
Holy ****, it finally happened. Downloading now!
It's gonna be a loooong day at work today of not doing any work and messin' with my nook!
Thanks for this!
Racks
I'm going to wait a bit before giving this a shot, but seriously, thanks! I'm excited about the possibilities. Do you think our hardware will be prohibitive to using this in the long-run? I know it's really early, so if that's a silly question, feel free to disregard it.
junkrobot said:
I'm going to wait a bit before giving this a shot, but seriously, thanks! I'm excited about the possibilities. Do you think our hardware will be prohibitive to using this in the long-run? I know it's really early, so if that's a silly question, feel free to disregard it.
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At this stage it is difficult to say as not everything is working (no hardware acceleration, sound, etc)
As of right now the device runs pretty smoothly for what it is and is more responsive than it was when using the vnc method. I will be working more on the build this weekend and hope to establish a development team to keep things moving forward with consistant fixes and updates.
With a good, dedicated development team we should make some exciting progress in the near future.
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I think it'll be good to note what's not working on the initial post, that way if a dev wants to help, at least they know what to look for and try to solve
racks11479 said:
It's gonna be a loooong day at work today of not doing any work and messin' with my nook!
Thanks for this!
Racks
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I thought I was the only playing with my nook at work, now I don't feel so bad. haha.
@devastatorx, you are the man!!! Thanks so much, I can't wait to try this out.
So this is actually an Angstrom distro?
bassrebel said:
I think it'll be good to note what's not working on the initial post, that way if a dev wants to help, at least they know what to look for and try to solve
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I will update the OP. I just wrote it last night at about. 12:30am and then let the file upload over night and hit post on my way out the door this morning. So it was a little rushed.
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starkruzr said:
So this is actually an Angstrom distro?
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Negative. This is a ububtu installation. The script just names that partition "Angstrom".
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Ubuntu 10 or 11? Unity would be most worthwhile for our devices . And bugger all, I guess I'm going to have to pick a new microSD.
Ubuntu 10. As of right now there are some path issues so I am unable to get the unity-2d gui to load. Will have this fixed in the next release.
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Ophbalance said:
Ubuntu 10 or 11? Unity would be most worthwhile for our devices . And bugger all, I guess I'm going to have to pick a new microSD.
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Unity would be rather nice. Especially if we can get GPU acceleration working.
Perhaps this is a silly question, but... have you given any thought to packaging updates in some form that doesn't require downloading the entire distribution again? Yes, I can see there being issues if you don't apply them sequentially if it comes out in a zip of some kind... but it'd save you/us a ton of bandwidth. Maybe if it's all in SVN or GIT?
I'm stuck here:
Code:
sudo cp -r * /media/boot
It says "/media/boot" is no directory
MAD PROPS keep up the good work this is what android is all about might have to buy another nook color one to install in the car and one to use every where else .
Arbelzapf said:
I'm stuck here:
Code:
sudo cp -r * /media/boot
It says "/media/boot" is no directory
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What OS are you using? The drive may be mounted elsewhere and my instructions are based off of the drives first partition being mounted at "/media/boot" and the second partition mounted at "/media/Angstrom". If this is not where the partitions are mounted then adjust the instructions for where you have them mounted or remount the device's partitions to these folders.
This should help...but I'm not saying this to be a jerk or anything...this is an Alpha and is in no way intended for daily use. Only those comfortable in Linux, and feeling adventurous should give this a go. Future releases (beta and onward) should be stable enough and easy enough to install for daily use.
To address the updates question:
I may implement a kind of crude package system after I get to a stable enough release to call it a beta. Such packages will include the modified system files and an install script to set the new update up. But like I said, that probably won't be until beta.
Hello guys,
Thank you all for the amount of support you have given this project! I have now decided to stop updating this thread. If people still have bugs or want to keep following this project please go to the Main project thread HERE.
I will stop updating this thread because I feel we now know what roms/kernels do and don't work so there is no need for me to keep updating this thread (And the other 5 threads I run for certain devices), but of cause if you do still have problems reply to the main thread or PM me!
Once again thank you all!!
I have released the first version of my app, which guides you through the installation of Ubuntu within android via chroot. It includes a ubuntu 10.10 image I have been working on which includes lots of program to allow users to develop program/scripts etc within Ubuntu on there phone/tablet.
However I have only been able to test the app on my HTC Desire S and Gen 8 Archos tablet and as such I need you guys to test this on your phone/tablet and post back how it works on your device!
Please post your device/kernel/rom along with what did and didn't work, so I can draw up what I need to change in the next release of the app/ubuntu build.
Website
http://zpwebsites.com/android-app/ubuntu-install-guide/devices/
Video
http://youtu.be/3WNeY9b5DIg
App Download
Free App
Paid App
Boot Script
ubuntu.sh(V5)
Full Images
These images are 1.5GB to download, once extracted 3.5GB, and include alot of programs like openoffice, thunderbird, firefox and over programs for 'developing'
Ubuntu 10.10 V4 - 800x480
Ubuntu 10.10 V4 - 854x480
Ubuntu 10.10 V4 - 960x540
Ubuntu 10.10 V4 - 1024x600
Ubuntu 10.10 V4 - 1280x800
Lightweight Images
These images are just under 500MB to download, once extracted 2.5GB, and include only programs needed (LXDE desktop, firefox, + other basic programs)
Ubuntu 10.10 V4 - 800x480
Ubuntu 10.10 V4 - 854x480
Ubuntu 10.10 V4 - 960x540
Ubuntu 10.10 V4 - 1024x600
Ubuntu 10.10 V4 - 1280x800
I also want to build up a small group of testers who I can email with new images and scripts, these will include all future distros that I do. If you are interested in joining this test group please PM me or send a email to [email protected]
The only requirement is that your willing to test and send feedback along with screen shoots etc where required, it would also be good if your willing to try different roms and kernels for your device!
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Updates
06/01/12
*PAID app file downloads now use new fast FTP server and support direct downloading (click the button to download a image and it starts to download right away)
*New boot script which has fixed problems with it not booting on alot of devices, and fixed problem which some people getting a grey screen when loading UI
*Boot script now downloaded in zip file to fix problems with downloading script
*Both apps fixed to support low resolutions
*Both apps cleaned up
28/12/11
*PAID app now supports 960x540 'qHD' resolution
*ALL Ubuntu lightweight images cleaned up even more saved another 300MB of space
*ALL Ubuntu images updated with all new updates
*ALL Ubuntu images now in .zip format to fix problems with some peoples devices failing to extract the .rar files
*Boot script updated, once booted now terminal acts like a command line interface for Ubuntu, and some boot problems now fixed
*Image and boot script now downloadable separately to allow easier updating
19/12/11
New 'lighter' ubuntu image options for all resolutions already supported
15/12/11
New ubuntu images with all updates up to 15/11/11
FREE app ubuntu image resized to fit 800x480 resolution
PAID app ubuntu images now includes 4 images for 800x480, 854x480, 1024x600 and 1280x800 resolutions
See how deep the rabbit-hole goes...
http://linuxonandroid.blogspot.com/
Hopefully tomorrow I will have time to upload images that fit the atrix qHD screen.
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Downloading as I type, will let you know.
This is the image I get. Running darkside 4.2 lite, faux123 latest 1.3, fruitcake 2.3.5, debian mod. Used the lite app until it works then will purchase full version.
Included sh wouldn't connect but v3 connects just nothing to see.
Can move around just nothing to see. Let me know if you need any help or have anything you want me to try.
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Does nothing when "sh ubuntu.sh" is typed.
Don't know if it's my rom (it's a foreign rom with no list of features) or the app.
Will this work with the lapdock? It has a rez of 1366X768, will it retain the lapdock functionality?
Try to download the ubuntuv3.sh and put it in the same extracted folder and run that in terminal. That is what I had to do. Then go to home and open and log in with vnc.
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well it works with lapdock but they damn thing wont go into landscape on lapdock
Just curious for those running it, can you go back to normal android still from ubunto or do you have to wipe and reflash the ROM to get back to normal android? I want to test it but curious if I can revert back easier.
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Killer0Kevin said:
Does nothing when "sh ubuntu.sh" is typed.
Don't know if it's my rom (it's a foreign rom with no list of features) or the app.
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odd make sure you have cd into the right folder and that the script isn't crupt
morepower71 said:
This is the image I get. Running darkside 4.2 lite, faux123 latest 1.3, fruitcake 2.3.5, debian mod. Used the lite app until it works then will purchase full version.
Included sh wouldn't connect but v3 connects just nothing to see.
Can move around just nothing to see. Let me know if you need any help or have anything you want me to try.
Sent from my awesome atrix thanks to all the devs here!
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interesting so Ubuntu is running but the ui dosnt load, will look into this and get back to you.
cyris69 said:
well it works with lapdock but they damn thing wont go into landscape on lapdock
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could I get some screen shoots to see what you meant
Voelker45 said:
Just curious for those running it, can you go back to normal android still from ubunto or do you have to wipe and reflash the ROM to get back to normal android? I want to test it but curious if I can revert back easier.
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you can go back to android just by hitting home. however the sdcard gets mounted for Ubuntu so to stop Ubuntu you have to restart the phone
Change log for new release (release will be in the next few days for paid end of next week for free) - all new images etc will be added to the first post as they are finished and uploaded!
*PAID app now supports 960x540 'qHD' resolution
*ALL Ubuntu lightweight images cleaned up even more saved another 300MB of space
*ALL Ubuntu images updated with all new updates
*ALL Ubuntu images now in .zip format to fix problems with some peoples devices failing to extract the .rar files
*Boot script updated, once booted now terminal acts like a command line interface for Ubuntu, and some boot problems now fixed
*Image and boot script now downloadable separately to allow easy updating of the script
*+more likely before release
I can't run Ubuntu, cause I have a problem with VNC.
VNC connection failed!
localhost/127.0.0.1:5900 - Connection refused!
Stock 2.3.4
ovitz said:
I can't run Ubuntu, cause I have a problem with VNC.
VNC connection failed!
localhost/127.0.0.1:5900 - Connection refused!
Stock 2.3.4
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When you run the ubuntu.sh what is output? i.e. does ubuntu run and you just cant connect to the GUI or does ubuntu not run at all
that's awesome!
Atrix (Gingerbread2) stock ..
download
I am a failure "init.sh" when I type sh .. ubuntu.sh
1 - missing first create a folder in / data / local / mnt / etc (I created), I had this error again.
2 - now past the terminal post is missing this file in / root
Can someone pass me this file for me to try?
leonardoaraujo said:
that's awesome!
Atrix (Gingerbread2) stock ..
download
I am a failure "init.sh" when I type sh .. ubuntu.sh
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Could I get a screen shoot of the terminal output
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#sh ubuntu.sh
mkdir failed for /data/local/mnt, file exists
loop device exists
losetup: /dev/block/loop7: device is busy
mount: Invalid argument
mount: No such file or directory
mount: No such file or directory
mount: No such file or directory
mount: applet not found
mount: applet not found
sysctl: applet not found
Ubuntu is configurated with SSH and VNC servers that can de accessed from the IP:
eth0: no such device
chroot: cannot execute /root/init.sh: No such file or directory
shutting down Ubuntu ARM
failed.
failed.
failed.
failed.
ioctl: LOOP_CLR_FD: No such device or address
#
leonardoaraujo said:
#sh ubuntu.sh
mkdir failed for /data/local/mnt, file exists
loop device exists
losetup: /dev/block/loop7: device is busy
mount: Invalid argument
mount: No such file or directory
mount: No such file or directory
mount: No such file or directory
mount: applet not found
mount: applet not found
sysctl: applet not found
Ubuntu is configurated with SSH and VNC servers that can de accessed from the IP:
eth0: no such device
chroot: cannot execute /root/init.sh: No such file or directory
shutting down Ubuntu ARM
failed.
failed.
failed.
failed.
ioctl: LOOP_CLR_FD: No such device or address
#
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Thank you, yup it's the same problem a good few people are getting, I believe it's down to loop support, but I'm not completely sure and with no device getting this bug to test on I just have to keep trying
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I will be your tester that man, I want to help you figure out how I warn you ...
I know a little linux ... lol
There is a file that is missing in this rom, (according to the terminal), init.sh the file in / root
I pass it (if you have), I do not care bootloops, I do not mind having to install the rom again if necessary ...
ps:strange ..... I "image corrupted" when trying to script the original (in the zip) ..
this is what I get
leonardoaraujo said:
I will be your tester that man, I want to help you figure out how I warn you ...
I know a little linux ... lol
There is a file that is missing in this rom, (according to the terminal), init.sh the file in / root
I pass it (if you have), I do not care bootloops, I do not mind having to install the rom again if necessary ...
ps:strange ..... I "image corrupted" when trying to script the original (in the zip) ..
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Thanks dude,
The file missing error is because it's trying to run a script in the Ubuntu image that starts vnc etc.
But as Ubuntu isn't mounting it can't access it.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1223128
^Original thread in the I9100 forum by: Jdouce^
Should work on SGH-i777 as well... Just thought I'd share.
(edit) TESTED -and this does in fact work. You can even access the Linux UI via any VNC viewer as long as you're on the same network as your phone or tethered. I have added to the tutorial below to specify. You can also access your Android file system and access everything via this image. I leave you to drool.
***(edit 2) If you can't figure it out, I have found Ubuntu installers available on the Market, but they require you to use your internal storage space. This version can be installed on either internal OR external memory. The performance and UI of this version is better too. The versions available via app are not optimized as well as this one. =) - Just know that there is a foolproof way to accomplish this if you can't read directions... Just search "ubuntu" in the Market.
-----Original Post (with clarifications and additions by Monsieurtalbot)-----
DO NOT UPDATE UBUNTU TO 11.04/11.10 IT'S HORRIBLY SLOW AND BREAKS THE .IMG! -
YOU CAN HOWEVER INSTALL ANY OTHER UPDATES AND APPS JUST FINE.
1. Download the Ubuntu files (2 part .rar)
File sizes should be;
Part1 = 900 MB
Part2 = 572 MB
Part1 Download
Part2 Download
2. Open Part1 and unrar the folder and copy to your internal sdcard (/sdcard) OR external SD card (/sdcard/external_sd) - this unrar's both parts.
**there should be 2 files - "ubuntu.img" & "ubuntu.sh" - these go into an "ubuntu" folder in one of these locations.
3. Open the Market (now Play Store) - download and install terminal emulator and Android VNC viewer - Both free.
4. Open Terminal emulator. Depending on where you copied the files mentioned in step 1/2, enter ONE of the following sets of commands.
**Remember. Commands and directories are case sensitive, so make sure everything (including the file names and folder title) is lowercase to make it work.
(if you copied to the INTERNAL sdcard)
Code:
cd /sdcard/ubuntu
su
sh ubuntu.sh
(if you copied to the EXTERNAL sdcard)
Code:
cd /sdcard/external_sd/ubuntu
su
sh ubuntu.sh
press home - and DO NOT CLOSE the terminal. You need to keep this shell open.
(you can also get an app called "Script Manager" from the Play Store to make re-entering these commands simple later.)
5. Open the Android VNC viewer and connect using the following settings.
Code:
address: localhost
port: 5900
password: ubuntu
set color to 24 bit
You can also use a VNC viewer on a PC or tablet to access the Linux UI, and use the keyboard and mouse using your favorite VNC viewer (I was using TightVNC on Windows) with the following settings while both devices are connected to the same WIFI (or tethered to the phone)
Code:
address: (your phone's local IP address here)
port: 5900
password: ubuntu
set color to 24 bit
VOILA - You now have Ubuntu 10.10 running on your device.
6. WHEN FINISHED- Shut down Ubuntu in the UI, disconnect VNC, then in the Terminal Shell type: "exit" without quotes and press <enter> to clean up the Linux image mount for next boot. Failure to do this may result in a corrupt install. Once you see a "#" with no commands, it is safe to close the terminal window.
_______________________________________________________
Whats Working?
USB Host - Using adapter cable available online to attach keyboard, mouse, or Flash drives.
WiFi
3G
Browsers- any of them... I suggest Chromium over Firefox, but they both do the trick.
Installing Applications
Updating (NOT UPGRADING to 11.04/.10)
Its pretty much working, let the OP (linked above) know if you have issues.
***HELP! UBUNTU WORKED BEFORE, BUT NOW IT WON'T BOOT-
The image creates a new folder to mount the Linux files at "data/local/mnt"... Connecting USB to a PC, unmounting the storage device the image is stored to, a forced shut down, or unexpected occurance in the shut down procedure CAN cause this. It's due to "stuck" files in that directory. -Attempt to clear the contents of this folder - followed by a reboot if you have any issues. You can do this using root explorer, or with the following terminal commands.
Code:
su
rm r /data/local/mnt
GOOD LUCK!
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Downloading now. I would love a great workiing version of this os on my sgs2
May I ask what kernel you use? I get a "VNC connection failed" when trying to connect, on Siyah 2.6.12.
Fallen Advocate said:
May I ask what kernel you use? I get a "VNC connection failed" when trying to connect, on Siyah 2.6.12.
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Entropy's Daily... Latest always... Although it shouldn't matter.
How do you clear the memory?
Interesting tweak, thanks for sharing.
Very interesting will definitely try this out. Has anyone got.it running yet?
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What does an OS do on android? Does it make it like a PC? Hows it look/interact on the screen?
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IVIadness said:
How do you clear the memory?
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By shutting down, disconnecting VNC, and closing the terminal window.
Edgarhighman said:
What does an OS do on android? Does it make it like a PC? Hows it look/interact on the screen?
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It is a FULL version of Ubuntu 10.10.
Google, FOOL! ;-)
Nizda1 said:
Very interesting will definitely try this out. Has anyone got.it running yet?
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If you can copy 2 files to an ubuntu folder on the root of your SD, install 2 apps in the market, and type in 3 commands, you can get this running.
Simple, eh?
What happens if I want to go back to android os?
EDIT: Sorry, I skipped the part that said that it was an emulator.
EDIT 2: I didn't know anything about Android back then...
Having problems running this past terminal. What Kernels can be used with this? NEAK? Siyah? I get this in terminal.
a/local/bin: $PATH
[email protected]:/ $
What am I doing wrong?
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I'm on ICS 4.0.3 XWLPD (Shostock)
lolol i'm gonna build cm10 with this on my GS2. I'll see you guys in a few weeks.
The download links aren't working :/
I know this is an older post but can we get the links working again?
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This is a Tutorial to install either Ubuntu or Debian in any Android mobile without using any app
* Installing Ubuntu or Debian Linux does not format your Android OS or change anything to your phone.
The Operating Systems run over the underlying Android OS which continues to function as normal
Choosing your Linux OS:
There are few things you must be aware of before installing Ubuntu/Debian on youe Android Phone
Ubuntu does not support earlier ARM CPUs like the ones used in the Motorola Cliq. Samsung Galaxy Fit (ARMv6), Samsung Galaxy Y, etc.
( Reason behind this is , Your Android OS Kernel must support loop devices. Most newer Android smartphones/tablets come with this support so we can mount our Ubuntu image as a loop device. If not, you will either have to build your own kernel with support for loop devices or you can try an aftermarket ROM for your phone as most aftermarket ROMs come with support for it. )
You need at least an ARMv7 CPU like the kind found in the Motorola Droid, Samsung Galaxy S,HTC EVO 3D, Sony Experia Play, etc. most newer phones (Hummingbird, Snapdragon, Tegra2, etc.).So you can Install Ubuntu if you have ARMv7 or newer Processor.
If you have ARMV6 or any other moderate Processor don't be sad, because Debian supports the CPU on practically all Android devices, so if you prefer Debian, or you can't run Ubuntu, choose the Debian download link.
* If you're not sure what CPU your device has, look up your device on http://pdadb.net/, click the link under CPU, and read the line for "Supported Instruction Set(s)".
e.g. : My Phone which is a " Samsung Galaxy Fit" uses ARMV6 Instruction Sets.
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Pre-Requirements:
Hardware Required:
an Android Phone
SD Card with more than 2GB of free Space
Android root environment:
Most important! Your Android device should be “rooted” because you need root access to run Ubuntu/Debian off your Android. If your device is not rooted you have to root your device.
Linux Operating System:
Download suitable OS from the following Link:
Ubuntu 11.04 (Natty Narwhal)
linux.ubuntu-natty.tar.bz2 Ubuntu 11.04 (Natty)
Ubuntu 11.10 Oneiric Ocelot
linux.ubuntu-oneiric.tar.bz2 Ubuntu 11.10 (Oneiric)
Debian 6.0 Squeeze
linux.debian-squeeze.tar.bz2 Debian 6.0 (Squeeze)
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Applications Required:
BusyBox Installer
A terminal emulator like Better Terminal Emulator ( Recommended ) or Terminal Emulator.
Optional Apllications:
androidVNC
Or
ConnectBot
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Procedure ----------------------------------------------->
Step 1:
(Mount the SD card on your computer.)
Extract the .tar.bz2 file you downloaded to your SD card. You should now have a folder named "linux" on the root of your card.
(Unmount the SD card.)
Open Busybox Installer, and install Busybox.
Open Better Terminal Emulator, and install Better Terminal Emulator.
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Step 2:
Open your terminal emulator. (If using ConnectBot, connect to 'local', not 'ssh'.)
Run the following commands:
Code:
[B]su[/B]
( If Prompt for Superuser Request then allow )
Code:
cd /sdcard/linux
sh install.sh
If you don't see any errors, Linux is now installed.
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Step 3:
Open your terminal emulator.
To start a chroot session
Code:
su
linux
To start the SSH server
Code:
su
linux ssh
You can then use ConnectBot (SSH: [email protected]) on your device, or any SSH client to connect to your device. See Login Information, below.
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To start a VNC session
( Firest you need androidVNC to be installed , then type the following in terminal )
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Code:
su
linux vnc
The first time you run VNC, it will prompt you to create a VNC password.
You can then use androidVNC (host: localhost port: 5901), or any VNC client to connect to your device.
Configure The VNC App as follows:
Note: The default desktop environment is icewm. If you wish to replace it, for example, with LXDE:
Run the following as root in Linux:
Code:
apt-get autoremove icewm- lxde+
Secure your Log in Password:
Please remember to change these passwords if you are planning on using the SSH server. Malicious people can do Very Bad things to your device if you don't.
There are two accounts included in the images:
root
Password:cheesecake
user
Password:dessert
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After a successful connection to host you will be able to use Ubuntu / Debian in graphical interface just like in your PC ! It will keep your Android OS as it is and just run in the upper layer over it
These are some of the screen shots taken from my Samsung Galaxy Fit!
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Linux vs Linux Terminal Emulator :
Terminal Emulator only Emulates Linux terminal, but after Linux Installation you can get full features; more than just the limited commands which runs on Android shell rather than Linux Shell.
Please Leave your Feedback and Queries below. Thank You
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riddz17 said:
This is a Tutorial to install either Ubuntu or Debian in any Android mobile without using any app
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Nice, i have tried for my Galaxy Ace so with ARM V6 too, but the terminal emulator gave me error in the step 3 and 4
error not working
I'm getting about a dozen errors in the install process, all of which seem to relate to file permissions.
G.Galante said:
Nice, i have tried for my Galaxy Ace so with ARM V6 too, but the terminal emulator gave me error in the step 3 and 4
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what kind of error could you please specify??
First of all check is your phone rooted?
when I type su
sh install.sh
there are many error like dir.. not found help me...
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sateesh907 said:
when I type su
sh install.sh
there are many error like dir.. not found help me...
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worked for me. I tried to install from the microsd card (sdcard-ext) but i got errors. Once i moved the files to the phones memory (sdcard) it worked like a charm.
note: I am using Debian 6.0 Squeeze
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I get the same error. Anyone know how to fix it?
hey guys
Thanx to the author of this forum on debian on android. I had the same problem you see in the error logs above. the problem is between regular "mount" command and busybox "mount". you need to use the busybox mount. so I added the word busybox infront of every mount word in the script. eg. busybox mount -o , rw /system remount. the alternative is to delete the mount found on /system/bin so that the terminal will use the busybox one automatically on /system/xbin.
Thanks, I found that the version of busybox I had didn't install the mount comand. I had to use the smart installer and manually check the box to overwrite the mount command then it worked.
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Nice work. I've been experimenting with Ubuntu some so I can run side by side w/windows.
Does anyone know if You can connect to the the ubuntu instance on your phone from a computer through vnc? I would like to be able to use a bigger keyboard and mouse to control it.
Edit: If I make changes to the Linux.img on my phone and just copy the whole folder to my tablet will it still keep all of the changes? (I will try it tonight if know one knows).
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Ok you can connect to the phone from a computer. I used wifi tether and then just put the phones ip and the port into tightvnc and it connected. It took a minute to recognized the phone the first time though.
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riddz17 said:
This is a Tutorial to install either Ubuntu or Debian in any Android mobile without using any app
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HI , THANKS
for your work..i have galaxy ace plus [armv7] ,i tired installing linux on my phone, when i type "sh install.sh "then ,,,such dir not found like error
appears, i am new for linux command [ my dir . /sdcard/external_sd/linux ].what can i do for this? plz help me .
patilsb said:
HI , THANKS
for your work..i have galaxy ace plus [armv7] ,i tired installing linux on my phone, when i type "sh install.sh "then ,,,such dir not found like error
appears, i am new for linux command [ my dir . /sdcard/external_sd/linux ].what can i do for this? plz help me .
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- try to install "busybox installer" first..
- when you open the app, it will ask to install busybox..
pay attention to "Advanced install" checkbox.. be sure to have it checked..
- you will found so many applets.. try to find named "MOUNT"..
- when you found them, see the triangle sign on the right-side.. click it..
- there are 3 options: symlink applet / remove symlink / skip symlink
pick symlink applet..
- press install
- after it's done, get ou of busy box
- back to terminal, repeat the step "sh install.sh"
i got stuck @ step 2 " please wait while booting ubuntu.img.. this may take some time ,,. "
i installed busy box , i got my device root
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itzwood said:
i got stuck @ step 2 " please wait while booting ubuntu.img.. this may take some time ,,. "
i installed busy box , i got my device root
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How long did you wait? Mine took about 15 minutes the first time after the first its just is there.
i left it before i go to sleep .. waked up nothing "ABOUT 8hours "
scientist343 said:
How long did you wait? Mine took about 15 minutes the first time after the first its just is there.
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itzwood said:
i left it before i go to sleep .. waked up nothing "ABOUT 8hours "
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Try redownloading it to make sure it isn't corrupt.
You can also try a reboot, then try starting at the top again. I had it do that on my old phone and after a reboot it worked.
Also which version of ubuntu did you download 11.04 or 11.10?
no such file or directory errors
Hi I'm getting "no such file or directory" errors when I try the step "sh install.sh"
can't post pictures yet so I'll type up the short version
# sh install.sh
remounting /system rw ...
mount: no such file or directory
installing scripts in /system/bin ...
mounting the linux image ...
mounting prepwork...
mounting: loopback mount ...
mknod /dev/block/loop254: file exists
mount: invalid argument
mounting: setting up chroot environment ...
mount: no such file or directory
mkdir failed for /data/local/mnt/media/sdcard, no such file....
[done]
then the rest is no such file or directory
I'm on an Epic 4g touch rooted obviously
I tried putting busybox in front of mount in the script as suggested before
I moved all the files from /mnt/sdcard/external_sd to /sdcard
made sure mount is installed in busybox
Not sure what to try next. Guess I could make the folders manually and see what happens.
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Builduntu is a custom branch of the Ubuntu operating system, based on my guide here for preparing Ubuntu 16.04 to compile Android ROMs from source. It includes everything you need to sync with the repository of your choice (Cyanogenmod, AOKP, AOSP, etc) and start building.
I am not responsible for any damage you may cause to your system/files while trying to install Builduntu. This has been tested and verified working by me, so if you break Windows or your system won't boot, it's your fault.
This thread is not the place to ask how to install Linux or Dual Boot!!! These topics are well documented elsewhere and can be easily found in a few seconds on Google.
Thanks to Canonical, Google and me.
Features:
- Xubuntu 16.04 LTS base system
- Installed all necessary packages for compiling (list available in the guide link above)
- Unnecessary junk removed (media players, games etc.)
All you have to do is download the source!
The only requirement is that your host machine supports a 64 bit OS. 32 bit systems will not work!
Instructions:
1. Use your favorite image burning software to write the builduntu ISO to a blank DVD. Will not fit on a CD
2. Boot the disc. When the graphical installer starts, click "Install Xubuntu"
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to select language, username, etc. * Note * When setting up partitions, I recommend doing it yourself if you know how. If not, that's fine, let Ubuntu decide for you.
4. When the installation finishes, reboot and eject the installation media.
5. Sync the Android source locally:
~ A program called "repo" lets you communicate with git repositories and download source code. The following command will install it:
Code:
mkdir ~/bin && curl http://commondatastorage.googleapis.com/git-repo-downloads/repo > ~/bin/repo && chmod a+x ~/bin/repo
~ Use nano to edit ~/.bashrc
Code:
sudo nano ~/.bashrc
~ At the very bottom (use the Page Down key) paste this code to a new (empty) line:
Code:
export PATH=~/bin:$PATH
~ Save it. In nano that would be Ctrl-O and then Enter. Then Ctrl-X to exit back to a prompt. Restart bash:
Code:
source ~/.bashrc
~ In the terminal, navigate to where you would like to download the Android source code. The command below will make it in your home folder, but if you have limited space you may want to create it somewhere else. Faster is better, i.e. SSD would be best, USB external is basically unusable.
Code:
mkdir ~/android
cd ~/android
~ Now to initialize the repo. Decide the flavor of Android to build, i.e. AOKP, CyanogenMod, AOSP etc.
For the purposes of the tutorial, here's the command for CyanogenMod 13:
Code:
repo init -u https://github.com/CyanogenMod/android.git -b cm-13.0
repo sync
When that is finished downloading, you're ready to start compiling ROMs!
Download Builduntu ISO:
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This is Xubuntu 13.10...
I burned image on DVD using Brasero (ubuntu program) and run installation process from that DVD.
And before the end of installation I got this error:
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
Of course "buildbuntu" doesn't boot, some errors with reading/writing sda partition.
Luckly I installed it on my test drive so my workspace isn't damaged.
lozohcum said:
This is Xubuntu 13.10...
I burned image on DVD using Brasero (ubuntu program) and run installation process from that DVD.
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I installed it to a fresh system just fine yesterday, not sure what your issue could be from. Could you post an installation log? Did you verify the md5sum of your downloaded file?
It is in fact Xubuntu 14.04. Canonical hasn't bothered changing the initial splash screen yet because it's still in beta. If you run the Live instance and check the version of ubuntu it correctly identifies as Trusty Tahr.
sylentprofet said:
I installed it to a fresh system just fine yesterday, not sure what your issue could be from. Could you post an installation log? Did you verify the md5sum of your downloaded file?
It is in fact Xubuntu 14.04. Canonical hasn't bothered changing the initial splash screen yet because it's still in beta. If you run the Live instance and check the version of ubuntu it correctly identifies as Trusty Tahr.
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How to take installation log?
lozohcum said:
How to take installation log?
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After the error appears it should load you into a live desktop session. The install log will be located there, perhaps in /var/log, /var/log/installer or the guest session home directory. Look around for .log files
edit : delete
I was hoping for a ubuntu base same as your virtual os..xubuntu ui is different and difficult
Ccahe error
Im trying to compile tihe ccache and when i set it up i recieve this error
bash: prebuilts/misc/linux-x86/ccache/ccache: No such file or directory
any ideas on how i can fix this would be appreciated
thanks
perfectpitch said:
Im trying to compile tihe ccache and when i set it up i recieve this error
bash: prebuilts/misc/linux-x86/ccache/ccache: No such file or directory
any ideas on how i can fix this would be appreciated
thanks
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First, make sure ccache is installed (I'm reasonably sure it is out of the box)
Code:
sudo apt-get install ccache
If that's ok, check this link below and scroll down to Step 4a (optional).
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2506695
Ccache is not necessary and not ideal for all systems, so you may just want to disable it in your build process. Hope this helps.
Thanks I'll check it out
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so i dual booted ubuntu 13.10 on my laptop... but i couldn't build on it due to some stupidity... anyway, if someone could answer me some questions, maybe I'll uninstall ubuntu and switch to this since it's way easier for me.
1) did anyone successfully dual boot it? even with UEFI on?
2) can we transfer the source codes from an OS to another by packaging them and then extracting them in the new xubuntu? will it work that way?
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lozohcum said:
This is Xubuntu 13.10...
I burned image on DVD using Brasero (ubuntu program) and run installation process from that DVD.
And before the end of installation I got this error:
Of course "buildbuntu" doesn't boot, some errors with reading/writing sda partition.
Luckly I installed it on my test drive so my workspace isn't damaged.
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Hello, have you already solved that problem? Because since hours, even days I try to install builduntu on my notebook, but always got that error too!. I have usb legacy enabled, raid disabled and uefi boot enabled. I have a small ssd and a normal hdd. What am I doing wrong. I cannot get it to work, neither with manual editing the moint points, nor with automatically install through the system.
Many thanks!!
rodman01 said:
Hello, have you already solved that problem? Because since hours, even days I try to install builduntu on my notebook, but always got that error too!. I have usb legacy enabled, raid disabled and uefi boot enabled. I have a small ssd and a normal hdd. What am I doing wrong. I cannot get it to work, neither with manual editing the moint points, nor with automatically install through the system.
Many thanks!!
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I never received an installation log from anyone so I have no way to start to figure out what went wrong.
It seems like many users have installed successfully, but a few are encountering errors like the one mentioned above.
I don't know how to help you without more information about the problem and your system. It could be a million things with how vague the descriptions are.
rodman01 said:
Hello, have you already solved that problem? Because since hours, even days I try to install builduntu on my notebook, but always got that error too!. I have usb legacy enabled, raid disabled and uefi boot enabled. I have a small ssd and a normal hdd. What am I doing wrong. I cannot get it to work, neither with manual editing the moint points, nor with automatically install through the system.
Many thanks!!
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I haven't fixed it. I installed xubuntu and ocnfigured it on my own.
I wasted two DVDs for that Builduntu :/
i installed xubuntu today, it boots without a CD (just to confirm it's installed)
inside settings there's a button called "Install RELEASE", should i? i mean... it's already installed :S
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sylentprofet said:
I never received an installation log from anyone so I have no way to start to figure out what went wrong.
It seems like many users have installed successfully, but a few are encountering errors like the one mentioned above.
I don't know how to help you without more information about the problem and your system. It could be a million things with how vague the descriptions are.
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Yes sure can be many things....but here attached are some log files one/two from my try a couple of minutes ago. Problem is, that I already tried so many things and absolutely not sure whether it is my fault, my hardware or perhaps a bad download, in short where I have to look for the solution? Perhaps the log files give some useful information to you :fingers-crossed:
lozohcum said:
I haven't fixed it. I installed xubuntu and ocnfigured it on my own.
I wasted two DVDs for that Builduntu :/
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Thanks for the info...can you pass me the download link? Haven't found it after a first and quick search ...
Edit: found it in the meantime....
update
In the meantime, I have also downloaded the "pure" Xubuntu and got it installed with the very first try. Exact with the same settings as last tries with builduntu. Dev environment is installed and source codes downloaded. At the moment I am building my first rom with this software. Hopefully it finishes without errors :fingers-crossed: .
i downloaded the sources on a VM, but couldn't make it work on my secondary OS after compression, tranfser, and extraction of the sources...
now redownloading from scratch on a 1Mbps (that's 128KB/s max) speed
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