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Does Linux* run on Intel® Centrino® processor technology-based systems?
Linux will run on any Intel® chipset-based platform including laptop PCs.

For a list of Linux drivers available for the Intel® Graphics component, please refer to the following links:
Intel® Centrino® processor technology
Intel® Centrino® with vPro™ Technology

For a list of Linux drivers available for the Intel® Wireless component, please refer to the following link:
Linux wireless network adapter drivers


How do I know which chipset or graphics component is in my system?
The Intel® Chipset Identification Utility can help you identify the Intel® chipset that is located on your motherboard. This information can be used to determine if your system supports software such as the Intel® Rapid Storage Manager, Intel® Chipset Software Installation Utility, or Intel's graphics drivers.


Where can I find drivers for the Intel® graphics component?

Mobile Intel® 965 Express Chipset Family
Mobile Intel® 945GM Express Chipset Family
Mobile Intel® 915GM/GMS, 910GML Express Chipset Family
Intel® 82852/82855 Graphics Controller Family


How can I find out which wireless component is in my system?
Intel® Wireless LAN Identification Utility 3.06is an easy to use tool that will identify which wireless adapter is installed in an Intel® Centrino® Mobile Technology notebook computer.


Which wireless software and driver should I use?
The following information provides directions for finding the version numbers for your Intel® wireless adapter driver and device management utility.
Wireless software and driver identification


Where can I find drivers for the Intel® wireless component?
Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN
Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection
Intel® PRO/Wireless 2200BG Network Connection
Intel® PRO/Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection
Intel® PRO/Wireless 2100 Network Connection


Where can I find more information about Intel® Centrino® processor technology?
Intel® Centrino® processor technology is set of hardware components for notebooks featuring specific Intel branded components such as chipsets, processors, and wireless products. The logos signify different sets of hardware components. See the Intel® Centrino® processor technology comparison chart for details about the hardware component requirements for each logo.

Find other answers to your questions on the following processor technologies:
Intel® Centrino® Pro processor technology
Intel® Centrino® processor technology

This applies to:
Intel® Centrino® 2 Processor Technology
Intel® Centrino® 2 with vPro™ Technology
Intel® Centrino® Processor Technology
Intel® Centrino® with vPro™ Technology

Solution ID: CS-026051
Date Created: 24-Apr-2007
Last Modified: 11-Feb-2010
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