Solved Can anyone recommend an old laptop?

[Brickwizard]

I just switched it on this morning and... It's Working!

I think i may know, you probably didn't re-boot after installing or after a Kernel update,

 

[Brickwizard]

If you are now a happy bunny, please close this thread by going back to your first post, click edit and from the dropdown box to the left of the thread title, select solved.

When you are ready to fix the HP, if you need further help start a new thread..

please pop into introductions and tell us a bit about yourself and your kit.. https://www.linux.org/forums/member-introductions.141/

and the final words of the Brickwizard
you have started your journey, there will be a learning curve, how steep is up to you, so sit back Kick off your shoes gab a small dram and enjoy the ride.

 

[Beachcomber]

Thanks again for all your help, I'll go and close the thread now!