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Re: Razer targets perfect Linux support

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Post by danjoc »

hinfaits wrote: post #5

For readers confused as I was, the Facebook post only says they're "looking at" better Linux support. The author buries in a comment a target for flawless Linux support[1]. But I'd expect if flawless Linux support was actually their goal they'd announce it more prominently, which they did not. [1] https://www.facebook.com/minliangtan/photos/a.11684295504016...

I wasn't sure about their commitment either, but on the linked page, Min-Liang Tan (Razer CEO) comments:

"Well - our objective is to get the Blades to be running Linux flawlessly."

That seems like Razer is setting a clear target for Linux support.

Re: Razer targets perfect Linux support

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Post by minimaxir »

eikenberry wrote: post #9
minimaxir wrote: post #2

Interesting that Razer is targeting Linux before macOS. I bought a Logitech mechanical keyboard (G810) and mouse (G502) primarily because they are the only manufacturer that offers first-class drivers for their products on macOS. EDIT: misread HN headline; article mostly about Linux support on their laptops so comment is somewhat moot.

I have never seen a mechanical keyboard that required drivers. What abou that Logitech keyboard requires a driver?

It doesn't require the driver, but it adds functionality, such as mapping function keys to shortcuts and customize the keyboard lighting. For the mouse, it also allows DPI configuration, which is very useful.

Re: Razer targets perfect Linux support

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Post by Rebelgecko »

eikenberry wrote: post #9
minimaxir wrote: post #2

Interesting that Razer is targeting Linux before macOS. I bought a Logitech mechanical keyboard (G810) and mouse (G502) primarily because they are the only manufacturer that offers first-class drivers for their products on macOS. EDIT: misread HN headline; article mostly about Linux support on their laptops so comment is somewhat moot.

I have never seen a mechanical keyboard that required drivers. What abou that Logitech keyboard requires a driver?

Presumably to change the colors of the LEDs

Re: Razer targets perfect Linux support

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Post by minimaxir »

danjoc wrote: post #4
minimaxir wrote: post #2

Interesting that Razer is targeting Linux before macOS. I bought a Logitech mechanical keyboard (G810) and mouse (G502) primarily because they are the only manufacturer that offers first-class drivers for their products on macOS. EDIT: misread HN headline; article mostly about Linux support on their laptops so comment is somewhat moot.

This is for running Linux on Razer Blade systems.

Ah, that appears to be the case. This is what happens when you only read the HN headline. :/

Re: Razer targets perfect Linux support

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Post by rohall »

This is great! I picked up a Razer 2016/1060 a couple months ago and have been running Ubuntu on it since then.

There's been a few issues, but overall it's been a great machine to transition to after a decade of Mac usage. If you're interested, it will require a bit of configuration (and even then its not 100% perfect just yet). See here for a list of issues/solutions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jI2jlVi1V0H8SeNm5kspJ1qX...)

Feel free to ask any questions if you're curious about picking one up!

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Post by [deleted] »

eikenberry wrote: post #9
minimaxir wrote: post #2

Interesting that Razer is targeting Linux before macOS. I bought a Logitech mechanical keyboard (G810) and mouse (G502) primarily because they are the only manufacturer that offers first-class drivers for their products on macOS. EDIT: misread HN headline; article mostly about Linux support on their laptops so comment is somewhat moot.

I have never seen a mechanical keyboard that required drivers. What abou that Logitech keyboard requires a driver?

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Re: Razer targets perfect Linux support

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Post by pvg »

minimaxir wrote: post #2

Interesting that Razer is targeting Linux before macOS. I bought a Logitech mechanical keyboard (G810) and mouse (G502) primarily because they are the only manufacturer that offers first-class drivers for their products on macOS. EDIT: misread HN headline; article mostly about Linux support on their laptops so comment is somewhat moot.

Razer stuff comes with OS X drivers. I don't know about theirs or Logitech's being all that 'first class', though.

Re: Razer targets perfect Linux support

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Post by danjoc »

rohall wrote: post #15

This is great! I picked up a Razer 2016/1060 a couple months ago and have been running Ubuntu on it since then. There's been a few issues, but overall it's been a great machine to transition to after a decade of Mac usage. If you're interested, it will require a bit of configuration (and even then its not 100% perfect just yet). See here for a list of issues/solutions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jI2jlVi1V0H8…

Ohhh, nice doc :D Looks like you found a few solutions that I haven't. Thanks for sharing!

Re: Razer targets perfect Linux support

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Post by dijit »

I recently purchased a Dell Precision 5520 because its linux support is terrific (or, it was on the 5510). If they pull this off then the next laptop I buy will almost certainly be a razer. No question.
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