[ale] Sony Laptops & Linux

[Benjamin Scherrey]

	Its way past time to replace my 1997 era P100 laptop and get something I can 
develop with. Now that the nice 15" TFT screens are available I can justify 
getting one that I know I'll use as much more than a backup box for the 
occasional travel or client visit.. However, I wanted to know just how much 
of this laptop can I use under Linux. Specifically, can I get the full 
resolution/colour depth out of the FX190 model (1400x1050 - wow!)? Are there 
drivers for the built-in network card? How about the sound system? Now I'll 
push it: Is the modem something other than a WinModem and are there any 
drivers at all for the Firewire connection? It would be really cool to be 
able to connect to my Sony Digital CamCorder under Linux instead of having to 
boot into WinME.

	I'd appreciate any experiences related here or pointers where I might find 
more detailed information about using these wonderful machines under Linux.

	thanx & later,

		Ben Scherrey
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