05-11-2014, 03:47 AM
I have talked with intel about this issue after chatting with intel customer service. I was informed that Intel has not released basic xeon support drivers for linux users on their new c226 chip set which appears to be the new standard for onboard server graphics by both intel and supermicro boards. They have plenty of drivers for windows support however none for Linux graphics. The customer service rep claimed that the paid versions of Linux Redhat and SuSE have overcome this by embedding the support in their OS without the use of an intel driver. I tried the free version of SuSE Linux and I was at least able to surf the net without the graphic lag. However, I was unable to load even a simple game of tf2 due to graphic issues and SuSE also did not label my graphics as intel. I bit the bullet today and bought the $130.00 win 8.1 pro.
Bottom line for those looking to buy a comp with on board graphics and a free Linux os. I suggest staying away from intel and going with one of the brands that is supportive of the free os community.
Bottom line for those looking to buy a comp with on board graphics and a free Linux os. I suggest staying away from intel and going with one of the brands that is supportive of the free os community.