Guy Schlosser wrote:

Hey guys, I have a question for anyone who can answer it. I have been trying to install Fedora Core 3 for two days now, and am totally confused. The reason I'm using 3 is because it's currently thee latest version that has the Speakup modified kernel for a talking install. I'm really hoping there is one when fedora core 6 comes out. What is happening, is that the installation seems to lock up at the disk testing screen. I will try to tab/alt+tab between OK and Skip, and get no where. I had some sighted assistance for a while yesterday, and found out that the problem occurs whether speakup is loaded or not. When speakup is loaded, it sends my synthesizer (whether dec-talk express or Braille note) into space, and will never quit talking until it reaches the OK or skip buttons for the disk test. Any one have any ideas? I would greatly appreciate any help I can get with this matter. Here is my system config. Processor: Pentium IV 2.8 GHZ Hyperthread on an Abit ai7 main board 1 GB RAM AC97 based sound Seagate 40 GB IDE hard drive NVidia Geforce 4 video card. Again, thanks in advance to anyone who can help.

Thanks,

Guy

There are some list members that are familiar with speakup and other non-visual aids used to install a system. Janina is a person that I recall. There is also a William if I remember the name correctly.

I don't recall the details. I believe that FC3 had a problem related to a problem with telnet that caused problems.

Also there is a list where you can get some help with audio interface and braille reader problems. It is the below link.

https://www.redhat.com/mailman/listinfo/blinux-list

I recall that Speakup was pulled from the kernel because of security concerns. The later versions do not have speakup kernels as you know.

Sorry for the extra comments. Basically, I figured that I'd comment that using speakup comments and your use of FC3 would aid others at spotting your message for giving assistance.

Jim