Lots Of Questions...

[nilch]

How do I get command prompt?  and how do I get back to normal screen mode after using prompt?
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As bluedevils pointed, get the package and install it.
(Note : you can have the elsix or the older www.killefiz.de/zaurus links handy for serching and downloading these apps mentioned here).

Once you are in the command line prompt, to get back to the GUI from the command line, just type "exit".

[bluedevils]

Your wrong.  I think the cacko rom (full) is exactly what he needs now.  He will have software built in and software from the cacko feeds.  He will also have the most up-to-date drivers compared to what he is dealing with now.  Learning to flash a rom is not that hard.  Just be careful of the light/power setting bug (keep it at least one notch above the minimal light level).

One thing though, you might want to switch over to Cacko ROM, since that is the most supported ROM which is similar (compatible) to the Sharp ROM, but also better with added functionalities built-in (like USB support etc).

But again, dont rush yourself - take it all one-step at a time.
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[fishcube]

Thanks everyone.

Will this work with the Zaurus?  
http://www.officedepot.com/ddSKU.do?level=...ag=true&An=text

I can buy this on Friday.

I'd prefer to wait on installing Cacko ROM till after the weekend.  What are the easiest instructions for installing Cacko ROM?   Now, this won't interfere with my main screen with tabs?

[Cyberdoc1971]

Fishcube, I assumed that popup window was also in Sharp Rom.
If you don't get the popup, just ignore my mention of it. It pops up in Cacko after a fresh reboot, the first time you connect USB.
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You may want to consider in getting the Crako 1.23 ROM flashed on your C1000, of course you need a CF or SD card to do it. Howver, it has a nuch user-friendly interface and offers a lot of features to first-time users of Linux.

[fishcube]

I got a 1 GB SD card today.  I've got 300mb used on the SD card.

[fishcube]

Okay, If I wanted to flash to Cacko ROM.  Is this the info I need?
https://www.oesf.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=15820&st=120

[Cyberdoc1971]

I got a 1 GB SD card today.  I've got 300mb used on the SD card.
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Good! That will help you out quite a bit, and flashing the rom to Cacko is easy, just check on the links, download, and follow the directions. I assure you it is a lot easier to use than the standard Sharp ROM.

[Cyberdoc1971]

Okay, If I wanted to flash to Cacko ROM.  Where are the most updated instructions?  for C1000?

I need step by step instructions. 

Where do I get the latest Cacko 1.23 ROM?
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Here it is: [a href=\"http://my-zaurus.narod.ru/cacko.html]Cacko ROM[/url]


The instructions are in the readme file, and should help you out.

[fishcube]

Ok, downloading Zip file now.  Going to take sometime, we have dial-up.  Looks to be a couple hours away from finishing  

At end of instructions, it says  "14. Now select "1 Install new ROM" and wait. Reboot your Zaurus when ROM installaiton is complete."

How does one reboot?  and how will I know the ROM has finished installing?

[fishcube]

It also states to repartition internal flash before updating ROM?  Do they mean the SD/CF card?

[bluedevils]

no they mean the built-in flash where the /home directory resides

[fishcube]

no they mean the built-in flash where the /home directory resides
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Ok, but how does one repartition the internal flash?  and do I do this before i move any files over etc?

[fishcube]

For internal flash memory, I have 50,248 KB available.  Is this enough?

[bluedevils]

You have been reading this?  The part about entering 32 is where they are resizing the internal flash for root (my mistake it wasn't for the /home directory)

Installation:

    1. Extract the 3 files - initrd.bin tools.tar updater.sh - to the root of your CF or SD/MMC card.
    2. Make sure that Zaurus isn't plugged into AC power.
    3. Remove battery for at least 5 seconds.
    4. Replace battery (replace battery cover, lock cover), plug in AC power.
    5. Press and hold the "OK" button on the keyboard.
    6. Turn the power on, you should see the Japanese service menu.
    7. Now Plug in the Power Cord. (You will get an error if it isn't plugged in!)
    8. Select option 4 (flash/update).
    9. You then have several options including CF and SD
    10. Choose either CF or SD, depending on which media you put the files on.
   
    11. Select "3 NAND Flash Utils"
    12. Select "1 Resize root partition"
    13. Enter 32 when prompted for root partition size.
    12. Flash will be repartioned and Zaurus will reboot.
   
    13. Repeat steps 2-10 again and wait for the menu start menu.
    14. Now select "1 Install new ROM" and wait. Reboot your Zaurus when ROM installaiton is complete.

[dougeeebear]

Guys...
I don't think it's wise for fishcube to be installing cacko (or any other rom) at this time.
He seems to know absolutely nothing about Linux or the Zaurus, and I would hate to see him brick his new z.

fishcube...
I strongly suggest you take some time to READ through the forums, and get some understanding of how things work on the zaurus before you get into a mess you can't get out of.
IMHO, you should stick with the sharp rom that came installed on your C1000 for awhile (please!!!!).

Regards,
Doug