Ubuntu on the asus zenbook ux305 ultrabook posted on 04032015 at 4. Ux31e too in june 2012 i have bought asus zenbook ux31a model ux31ar4003x. Ill also add that while ubuntu works just fine on the xps 15, youre right about qa ive returned 2 new ones for having obvious defects. I have a zenbook ux31a, with a nonoem, clean install of windows 7 ive also experienced this problem on windows 8. The asus zenbook ux32vd manual states to press f2 at startup to access the bios setup utility this will not work if your computer shipped with windows 8. The purpose is not to duplicate the debian official documentation, but to document how to install debian on some specific hardware. Win 7 fails to boot and install on asus zenbook ux31. Installing linux mint on an asus zenbook ux303ln david. Intel corporation 3rd gen core processor graphics controller 8086. I looked on the net and same result, which leads me to believe that it should be largely ok. Please refer to specification pages for full details. The asus zenbook ux31 is a slim, stylish ultrabook that not only packs a robust core i5 processor and 128gb ssd into its 3pound unibody aluminum chassis, but a. Sound, video, brightness, suspend, wifi, ethernet, all appear to work. For the newer asus zenbook prime models ux32ux31aux21a, see the.
Best linux for asus zenbook ux306ua may 2016 forums cnet. How to install ubuntu on asus zenbook s ux391ua infofuge. Asus zenbook ux31a not booting asus zenbook ux31a ifixit. Products certified by the federal communications commission and industry canada will be distributed in the united states and canada. Dont forget to check the archlinux wiki on the asus zenbook ux333 as. I also include here the windows managers because this type of software has a more intimate. Apr 29, 2017 the laptop is an asus zenbook pro ux501vw, which is like a 15 macbook pro, but half the price and without some crazy touch bar. The headphone jack works fine in ubuntu, so i know its not a.
I have switched to linux mint 14, 64 bit with mate desktop. And everything pretty much worked out of the box, except for the brightness hotkeys, which i still havent gotten to work but meh, i just xbacklight set xx use the options which is quick enough. The zenbook has an ambient light sensor which enables adjustment of the keyboard and lcd backlights based on the light environment in which the zenbook finds itself. I just received an asus zenbook ux31a with windows 8 on it. Adapter and disk is a bit thicker in comparison to old one. Specifications and features vary by model, and all images are illustrative.
Sep 11, 2012 intels contribution to the asus zenbook prime ux31a is a core i73517u processor, running at 1. I have created a bootable usb of ubuntu 14 and i know it works because it works on another laptop. Probably almost everyone has ever used open source software and many people use gimp, krita, firefox, blender or even linux on a daily basis. Bx31a, bx21a, ux21a, ux31a db51, ux31a db71, ux31e. To change disks, you have to unscrew additionally one philipshead screew that holds disk in place.
Asuszenbookprime community help wiki ubuntu documentation. Not quite sure if this will help, but ive got ubuntu gnome running on a ux303u. Therefore potential buyers would know if that hardware is supported and owners would know how get the best out of that hardware. The sound works perfectly fine, except for i get no sound from the headphone jack. Intels contribution to the asus zenbook prime ux31a is a core i73517u processor, running at 1. In addition to very very noisy fan also frustrating short period battery life compared to windows, it work maximum 2. Bottom lid is a bit harder to put on, because of thickness. I checked f thinkpad series but they were huge bricks that have nothing in common with mobile word. The other models include the zenbook prime ux21a which is the premium 11. New computers shipping with windows 8 use uefi firmware and the asus instructions are written for.
Im still running into a few issues described as follows did you encounter them as well. The boot is different in zenbooks than many other laptops like lenovos. Realtek multicard reader driver for asus zenbook ux31a if you want to upgrade your os from win 7 to win 8,to prevent software compatibility issue, please uninstall the older version driver before install the newer version driver download asus zenbook ux31a realtek multicard reader driver v. Ive been using this latest zenbook with intel iris graphics and dual ssds for several weeks now as my main system and have taken it on four business trips so far and its been running great. The asus zenbook prime ux31aux21aux32vd works quite well with. I have solved touchpad inconsistencies palm detection problems via information at a stranded post. I tested on windows on videos playing zenbook works 7h small screen brightness. Allows you to bypass the need for the expensive, and hard to find asus proprietary drives, and use a more standard, plentiful, and cheaper m. Actually, im dualbooting ubuntu and windows 7, but the problem only exists in windows. I then started using my multimeter to analyse if the ac adapter. The resulting device is represented in sysfs in the directory sysbusacpidevicesacpi0008. After a little headache and some arcane magic, i managed to get an encrypted version of ubuntu 17. I cannot figure out where to install the boot loader on my zenbook ux31a prime. Similar threads asus ux31a fresh wtb asus cpu cooler fan pn nb0dq0am0201 pgt, may 10, 2020 at 9.
When i received the zenbook it was not booting, not reacting at all no lights whatsoever. Download asus zenbook ux31a laptop bluetooth driver, download intel wifi wireless lan driver, intel bluetooth driver and software. Note that youll be installing proprietary nvidia drivers from an. Please visit the asus usa and asus canada websites for information about locally available products. There are many steps in the process of installing ubuntu on your asus zenbook s ux391ua which will be provided stepbystep below, 1. Anyone tried ubuntu on asus zenbook ux390ua or ux330. Ubuntu on the asus zenbook ux305 ultrabook full circle. First off, let me first say, what a nightmare this was.
Review asus zenbook prime ux31a ultrabook notebookcheck. The asus zenbook ux305 is a thin and light laptop that offers a pretty great value. How to install ubuntu on asus zenbook ux330ua from usb. Its specifications made sure of that, not to mention the promise of asus fixing the problems that surfaced with the original zenbook. Ubuntu on the asus zenbook ux305 ultrabook liliputing. I have been trying to repair a asus zenbook ux31a for quite some time and would like to pick your brains, because i am finally out of ideas. Otherwise use unetbootin, which is available for both windows and linux.
The aur contains packages to build the necessary kernel module and userspace programs to change keyboard and backlights and to turn the sensor on and off. If you have a ux31a series zenbook thats out of warranty, and you need a new ssd, this looks like the best option. Buy asus zenbook prime ux31adh71 ultrabook intel core i7 3517u 1. Asus zenbook ux31a not booting i have been trying to repair a asus zenbook ux31a for quite some time and would like to pick your brains, because i am finally out of ideas. When the live usb is ready, plug it into the zenbook and power it on, repeatedly pressing the esc key until you see a menu like the one on the image on the right. Upgrading to 512gb ssd on asus zenbook ux31a update. Asus tru2life video is an exclusive video enhancement technology thats similar to that found in highend tvs. Gnulinux is a free and open source software operating system for computers.
Home forums hardware, software and accessories linux compatibility and software booting from usb on ux31a discussion in linux compatibility and software started by arminski42. As a result, video imagery looks more colorful, more vivid and sharper with incredible contrast. By paul escallier 07 july 2012 as much as apple would like you to believe the macbook air is the only notebook of its kind, theres a whole world of ultrabook alternatives out there. Go to last tab and boot override using the usb drive containing ubuntu. X only works with a nonfree driver and or firmware. Is asus zenbook 3 ux390ua compatible with ubuntu and its. I installed opensuse kde to start off with, tried ubuntu 16. Here is a photo of disk and adapter fitted inside laptop. Mar 17, 20 this is the actual boot time of the asus zenbook ux31a without the preinstalled software from asus. Intel corporation 3rd gen core processor dram controller 8086.
This is the first time i have attempted to install arch despite having years of ubuntu fedoraopensuse experience. You may need to install missing drivers for your specific hardware. So if you are continuing with install ubuntu then read the further guide. I used ubuntu, applying updates as they appeared, into 2010. It uses intelligent software algorithms to optimize the brightness and sharpness of every video frame, improving contrast by up to 200%.
Ubuntu on the asus zenbook ux305 ultrabook full circle magazine. I have successfully install arch on my zenbook ux31a. A clean microsoft windows 7 home premium 64bit operating system. I keep hearing that windows still spies on you even if you deselect all the info gathering features on setup.
The operating system is a collection of the basic instructions that tell the electronic parts of the computer what to do and how to work. This page contains instructions, tips, pointers, and links for installing and configuring arch linux on the asus zenbook pro ux501. Thank you for helping us maintain cnet s great community. Feb 21, 2015 hi everyone, i m looking for some advice and infos about a recent problem with my zenbook ux 32 vd i should first specify the specs. It has adata xm11 256gb ssd in similar form type as m.
I disabled quick boot and secure boot in the bios menu newest bios. Mar 31, 2014 ive been using this latest zenbook with intel iris graphics and dual ssds for several weeks now as my main system and have taken it on four business trips so far and its been running great. This successor has the same sleek spun metal design and offers lots more eye. View and download asus zenbook ux31a manual online. Jul 29, 2012 similar threads asus ux31a fresh wtb asus cpu cooler fan pn nb0dq0am0201 pgt, may 10, 2020 at 9. Tweaking asus zenbook ux305ca on linux lately i was searching for mobile notebook that i could use for remote work. Update dec 1, 2018 ive finally installed ubuntu 18. I have installed ubuntu many times on normal hard drives, but this is the first ssd and i am struggling.
However, in order to be able to boot into ubuntu 18. Asus zenbook prime ux31adh71 ultrabook intel core i7. If you already have ubuntu installed somewhere else, you can use the software startup disk creator. Jul 08, 2019 download asus zenbook ux31a laptop bluetooth driver, download intel wifi wireless lan driver, intel bluetooth driver and software. I checked f thinkpad series but they were huge bricks that have nothing in. Tweaking asus zenbook ux305ca on linux timors site. In kde touchpad settings it tells me no device is found. I currently use win10 and ubuntu on my main desktop and only ubuntu on my mbp. Hi everyone, i m looking for some advice and infos about a recent problem with my zenbook ux 32 vd i should first specify the specs. To open ux31a you have to unscrew 10 t5 screws on the bottom plate. Installing linux mint on an asus zenbook ux303ln february 20, 2015 october 20, 2015 david vonka linux howto linux, mint, touchpad, ubuntu, uefi, zenbook i just bought an asus zenbook ux303ln, preinstalled with a windows 8. Debianon is an effort to document how to install, configure and use debian on some specific hardware. Unless otherwise stated, all performance claims are based on theoretical performance.
New computers shipping with windows 8 use uefi firmware and the asus instructions are written for pre windows 8 legacy hardware that run legacy bios systems. The laptop has bluetooth as well, and 10 ethernet via the. Ive never personally used that zenbook model, but ive had fewer issues with zenbooks on ubuntu than any other laptop variety. I had to install bumblebee to get the discrete gpu running, and i had some issues regarding that and gdm, but if youre loading stock ubuntu on it that shouldnt be a problem. Solved asus zenbook ux31a touchpad newbie corner arch. Jun 03, 2017 someone has it working with a couple of issues.
Due to the availability of source code and the possibility to modify it and use it for free even for commercial purposes, a community has developed around open source software that helps to translate. For general instructions see laptop and comparable models from the summary page laptopasus and category. Most things worked out fo the box, including touchscreen. Ubuntu is developed by canonical which provides free security updates and support to its users. How to install debianlinux on an asus zenbook prime laptop. Feb 20, 2015 installing linux mint on an asus zenbook ux303ln february 20, 2015 october 20, 2015 david vonka linux howto linux, mint, touchpad, ubuntu, uefi, zenbook i just bought an asus zenbook ux303ln, preinstalled with a windows 8. Install ubuntu on asus zenbook ux305 i had a quick look on this forum for known issues with that, i didnt find many to be honest, just a couple of thread but they were not very specific for ubuntu. How to boot windows 7 with uefi, when ubuntu is installed on asus. This is the actual boot time of the asus zenbook ux31a without the preinstalled software from asus. Apr 25, 2016 update dec 1, 2018 ive finally installed ubuntu 18.