Linux on the Sony Vaio GR Series Laptops
Outlined in this document are the steps needed to make your Sony laptop (either the Sony Vaio GR370 and GR390) function properly under Linux. This document was written with no particular Linux distribution in mind, and should work under all types. It is recommended that you custom build the kernel. If you do not want to, you may not have to, though it is recommended to get the most out of Linux on your laptop.
Installing Linux
Install Linux as you normally would. The hard drive shipped with the laptops come partitioned into two partitions: one with Windows XP loaded, and the second was empty. Delete the second partition using any regular partitioning tool that you can during your Linux installation, and re-create the partition. After you have installed Linux, you may notice that some hardware interfaces do not get detected, or if they do, they do not work as they should. The following sections will help you correct these.
Get pdf Linux on the Sony Vaio GR Series Laptops
