Please note: If you are planning to dual-boot Linux and WinXX then please install Windoze first - unless you like playing around with MBR recovery procedures [not documented here!] or reinstalling. Linux is designed for interoperability, and Windoze simply isn't.
Linux install
Lenovo are showing some support for Linux on their website with details on installing, Linux compatibility etc. although they only cover a few specific distributions. For more info:
* Go to the site: http://www.lenovo.com
* Click on Downloads and Drivers
* In the left pane Click on Operating System Installation
* Enter the machine type in the fast-path field on the right
ThinkPad Buttons in Linux: http://www.nongnu.org/tpb/
Requirements
* Install cd for your distro of choice
* BIOS settings must allow booting from cd prior to harddrive
Instructions
* Place cd in the drive - you will have to switch the machine on and get the cd in before the TP passes the initial ThinkVantage splash screen. If you don't get it in in time the system will go into the boot phase and boot directly from the harddrive
* Read and follow any instructions on the screen
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