Debian/Zaurus installation guide (for all C-series models)

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INTRODUCTION

This is a detailed guide to how to get a full Debian installed on your Zaurus. I assume that you:

  • You have a Zaurus
  • You fancy playing Debian for real on your Zaurus


What are the benefits of running a full Debian on the Zaurus? At least the following:

  • A complete and standard package repository system
  • A complete and standard documentation system
  • Same functionality and use as on desktop, once properly set up
  • A full laptop experience in your palm!


This guide will walk you through the methods of installing a real Debian on your Zaurus. It is a bit long, but actually you are not supposed to read it all. You will be prompted a few questions (Q8-Q12) and you will then know where to continue.


For fresh beginners, please read from Q1 onwards.

For experienced users who just want to check out and review the installation procedures, simply jump directly to the relevant question.


Q1: What the heck is this Debian game all about?

Q2: So is there only one way to do that?

Q3: What are OABI and EABI?

Q4: What if I want to know more about OABI and EABI in Debian?

Q5: How many ways can I enjoy real Debian on my Zaurus?

Q6: So are there just one OABI kernel, one EABI kernel, one OABI system and one EABI system (for running on the Zaurus)?

Q7: Tell me more about the choice of the kernels.

Q8: How do I know which kernel I should use?

Q9: I want to run an OABI system (Etch or Lenny or Sid). Which kernel should I use?

Q10: I’ve already got the right kernel. Where can I get the Debian OABI system?

Q11: I want to install the Debian EABI system. Which kernel should I use?

Q12: I've already got the right kernel. Where can I get the Debian EABI system?

Q13: I am using a Cxx0 or C1000. How can I install Debian OABI to my SD card?

Q14: I am using a C3x00. How can I install Debian OABI on the internal drive using the CD image?

Q15: I am using a C3x00. How can I install Debian OABI on the internal drive using the rootfs tarball?

Q16: I am using a Cxx0 or C1000. How can I install Debian EABI to my SD card?

Q17: I am using a C3x00. How can I install Debian EABI on the internal drive?

Q18: I am using a C3x00, and I want to use kernel 2.6.23.1 yonggun with uboot. How can I install Debian EABI on the internal drive?

Q19: I am using a C3x00, and I want to use kernel 2.6.23.1 yonggun with uboot. How can I install Debian EABI on SD?

Q20: I am using a C1000, and I want to use kernel 2.6.23.1 yonggun with uboot. How can I install Debian EABI on SD?


POST-INSTALL TIPS

1-For Debian EABI

2-For Debian OABI

GENERAL DEBIAN TIPS

All-purpose tips

Personal tools