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Your organization is now the proud new owner of refurbished hardware from Free Geek! Here is some information we think would be vital for you to know.
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'''First time login password: freegeek'''
 
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*To create your first user account, click on System>Administration>Prepare for shipping to end user. Restart your system, then follow the instructions on the screen (language select, time zone etc).
 
  
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Your organization is now the proud new owner of refurbished hardware from Free Geek!
  
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If you choose to '''add proprietary media playing abilities''', including Adobe Flash, please follow these directions exactly as they are presented:
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'''First time login password: freegeek'''
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*Go to System>Administration>Software sources (enter your password) and check the “Software restricted by copyright or legal issues”. Click the "Other Software" tab and check the box next to "http://archive.canonical.com/ubuntu lucid partner". Now, click “Close” and then click “Reload” on the new screen that pops up.
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*To create your first user account, click on Menu>System>Prepare for shipping to end user. This will '''erase ALL personal information on your computer''' including any pictures or files you've saved!
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*Open up your web browser and go the URL tinyurl.com/fgclass and copy the line of code on that page:
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*Restart your system, then follow the instructions on the screen (language select, time zone etc).
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  sudo apt-get install -y vlc ubuntu-restricted-extras libdvdread4 && sudo /usr/share/doc/libdvdread4/install-css.sh
 
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*Go to Applications>Accessories>Terminal and type or (preferably) paste the above exactly as it appears.  You will be prompted to enter your password. When you enter your password, it will look like you are not typing.  This is for your security.  Once you input your password, hit enter.
 
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**After going through some processes a blue screen will require your input. Hit the “tab” button to get to “OK” and then hit enter. On the next blue screen hit tab again to get to “Yes” and hit enter.
 
  
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;'''Freegeek Manual''' - General introduction to your new-to-you computer
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:If not on your desktop, click on "Applications" on the top of the screen, go to "Other" and select "Freegeek Manual".
  
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;Freegeek Manual - General introduction to your new-to-you computer
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;Take '''free classes''' offered at Free Geek
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:If not on your desktop, click on "Applications" on the top of the screen, go to "Other" and select "Freegeek Manual".
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:Class descriptions and signup information can be found at http://www.freegeek.org/about/classes/
  
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;Ubuntu Pocket Guide
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;The '''Xubuntu and Ubuntu operating system websites''' - excellent repositories of information!
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:A helpful introduction to the Ubuntu operating system. This should appear on your desktop.
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:General: http://www.xubuntu.org/
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:Documentation for Ubuntu version 12.04 (Xubuntu 12.04 is a variation of this): https://help.ubuntu.com/12.04/index.html
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:Support: http://www.ubuntu.com/support
  
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;Looking for a Linux equivalent for a favorite program?
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;'''Looking for a Linux equivalent for a favorite program?'''
 
:Search the Internet for: "linux software equivalent" [your program]''
 
:Search the Internet for: "linux software equivalent" [your program]''
 
:Visit http://alternativeto.net to find an other recommended programs
 
:Visit http://alternativeto.net to find an other recommended programs
  
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;If you keep Xubuntu on your system, you can call our '''tech support''' with software questions. Sometimes they will ask you to bring your organization's computer to our location.  Almost all hardware is covered for a year from the day you pick up your systems.  
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;The Ubuntu operating system website - an excellent repository of information!
 
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:General: http://www.ubuntu.com/
 
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:Documentation for Ubuntu version 10.04: https://help.ubuntu.com/10.04/index.html
 
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:Support: http://www.ubuntu.com/support
 
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;If you keep Ubuntu on your system, you can call our techs with software questions. Sometimes they will ask you to bring your organization's computer to our location.  Hardware is covered for a year from the day you pick up your systems.
 
 
:Tech Support Hours
 
:Tech Support Hours
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:Tuesday-Saturday: 12-6 PM
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:Tuesday-Saturday: 12-5:45 PM
 
:(503) 232-9350 option 6
 
:(503) 232-9350 option 6
 
:1731 SE 10th Ave.
 
:1731 SE 10th Ave.
 
:Portland, OR 97214
 
:Portland, OR 97214
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:''Leave a message on voicemail if you are calling outside tech support hours.''
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:''Leave a message if you are calling outside tech support hours.''
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;We only provide tech support to the '''direct recipient of granted hardware'''. If you choose the give your hardware to another party, they will not receive this benefit.
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;Call or email to get back in touch with the hardware grants group and/or your shepherd.
 
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:(503) 232-9350 ext. 116
 
  
 
[[Category:Hardware Grants]]
 
[[Category:Hardware Grants]]

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Your organization is now the proud new owner of refurbished hardware from Free Geek!

First time login password: freegeek

  • To create your first user account, click on Menu>System>Prepare for shipping to end user. This will erase ALL personal information on your computer including any pictures or files you've saved!
  • Restart your system, then follow the instructions on the screen (language select, time zone etc).
Freegeek Manual - General introduction to your new-to-you computer
If not on your desktop, click on "Applications" on the top of the screen, go to "Other" and select "Freegeek Manual".
Take free classes offered at Free Geek
Class descriptions and signup information can be found at http://www.freegeek.org/about/classes/
The Xubuntu and Ubuntu operating system websites - excellent repositories of information!
General: http://www.xubuntu.org/
Documentation for Ubuntu version 12.04 (Xubuntu 12.04 is a variation of this): https://help.ubuntu.com/12.04/index.html
Support: http://www.ubuntu.com/support
Looking for a Linux equivalent for a favorite program?
Search the Internet for: "linux software equivalent" [your program]
Visit http://alternativeto.net to find an other recommended programs
If you keep Xubuntu on your system, you can call our tech support with software questions. Sometimes they will ask you to bring your organization's computer to our location. Almost all hardware is covered for a year from the day you pick up your systems.
Tech Support Hours
Tuesday-Saturday: 12-5:45 PM
(503) 232-9350 option 6
1731 SE 10th Ave.
Portland, OR 97214
Leave a message if you are calling outside tech support hours.
We only provide tech support to the direct recipient of granted hardware. If you choose the give your hardware to another party, they will not receive this benefit.
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