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cannot install ubuntu flash

Asked by Rohit Pande

Hi. I recently downloaded ubuntu 10.10 and enabled it to install using my flash drive. however when the computer is booted the following happens:

1. the ubuntu screen comes up and gives me the option of installing ubuntu or try it from my flash disk
2. on selecting 'install' the next screen asks me if i have sufficient memory, etc and asks me to tick upgrade and 3rd party software, both of which i do. however on clicking forward nothing happens apart from the mouse cursor changing to the 'wait' mode.

i tried re-doing it by unclicking the 3rd party options; however there is still no change to the response.

is there something wrong here or is it normal for the installation to wait here for an extended period of time? I believe from the website that this should quickly move on to the next screen and the installation process (the time consuming one) takes place later.

thanks and regards,
Rohit

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Rohit R (rr0hit) said : 		#1

The options "Download Updates while installing" and "Install 3rd party software" require a running Internet connection. It might be that you are connected to a network but not able to connect to Internet at the time of installation. Try removing both the options and the it should work fine.

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Rohit Pande (panderohit) said : 		#2

Hi

Thanks a lot for your prompt response. I tried this but there is unfortunately still no difference. The cursor remains in 'thinking' mode and there is no further response. :(

Do u think I should reformat the flash drive and try again?

Rohit

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On 25/10/2010, at 17:27, "rohit \(drcooper\)" <email address hidden> wrote:

> Your question #130900 on Ubuntu changed:
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>
> Status: Open => Answered
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> rohit (drcooper) proposed the following answer:
> The options "Download Updates while installing" and "Install 3rd party
> software" require a running Internet connection. It might be that you
> are connected to a network but not able to connect to Internet at the
> time of installation. Try removing both the options and the it should
> work fine.
>
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Best Rohit R (rr0hit) said : 		#3

Please post what software you used to create the start up disk.

Also try booting into a live session and run "Install into Hard disk" option.
If it does not work still, try formatting and recreating live USB drive.

If the problem persists, please file a bug (preferably using apport).
see https://help.ubuntu.com/community/ReportingBugs

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Rohit Pande (panderohit) said : 		#4

Hi rohit

Thanks for your advice. The flash drive-based install was not responding as before so I I tried doing it via cd and it worked ok. Thanks a lot.

My next problem is that I am unable to connect to the Internet. I use a wireless network which my computer has no problem in connecting with. However websites do not open. Am I required to enter any information under 'Network Connections' like DNS or IPv4 or IPv6 settings or should I leave the method as 'automatic' which is the default?

Thanks and regards,
Rohit

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On 26/10/2010, at 0:42, "rohit \(drcooper\)" <email address hidden> wrote:

> Your question #130900 on Ubuntu changed:
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+question/130900
>
> Status: Open => Answered
>
> rohit (drcooper) proposed the following answer:
> Please post what software you used to create the start up disk.
>
> Also try booting into a live session and run "Install into Hard disk" option.
> If it does not work still, try formatting and recreating live USB drive.
>
> If the problem persists, please file a bug (preferably using apport).
> see https://help.ubuntu.com/community/ReportingBugs
>
> --
> If this answers your question, please go to the following page to let us
> know that it is solved:
> https://answers.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+question/130900/+confirm?answer_id=2
>
> If you still need help, you can reply to this email or go to the
> following page to enter your feedback:
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Rohit Pande (panderohit) said : 		#5

Hi. Instead of installing via flash drive i tried it via CD and it worked out ok. Problem solved. Thank u.