On 07/29/2016 01:10 AM, John R Pierce wrote: > On 7/28/2016 11:04 PM, Peter wrote: >> On 29/07/16 17:13, geo.inbox.ignored wrote: >>>>>> the Semperon SI-42 is, I believe, a 64 bit capable CPU, >>>> >>>> you are very correct. >> In that case stop wasting your time with CentOS 7 i386 and install the >> native x86_64 version of CentOS 7. This will give you access to all the >> 3rd party repos you'll want as well, such as epel and nux. > > also, try and scrounge another DDR2 SODIMM for that thing, according to > my google search, it supports up to 2 x 4GB == 8GB, and you said you > only have the stock 2GB. 4GB will be way better performance with a > GUI, 8GB would be even better. you still have a really slow CPU and if > its still got the original 5400RPM HD, a really slow HD, but don't make > it triple-suffer from not enough ram. (a SSD replacing the SATA HD > would make it actually pleasant to use) > ===> i am considering memory upgrade. if some funds that i am hoping for come in next month, i am considering a new multi core tower and a new laptop. if good fortune hits, this lt will become an emergency access terminal to new desktop. old desktop will be converted to a zoneminder server for ip cams. i do have other more pressing obligations that must be taken care of first. what is left will go for my toys. 7-x86_64 has finished downloading. that means i am out of here for a new install. back later to let you know how it went. again, greatly appreciate your advice and help. i thank you. -- peace out. CentOS GNU/Linux 6.8 tc,hago. g . =+= Tired of having your microsoft os hacked? Change to Linux os, used by microsoft hackers. =+= in a world with out fences, who needs gates. =+= _______________________________________________ CentOS mailing list CentOS@xxxxxxxxxx https://lists.centos.org/mailman/listinfo/centos