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Shang Quan

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06-22-2008 21:36

I have created an account and assigned an Avatar name.

I have downloaded the linux version of the software. How do I launch the program? There does not seem to be any instructions on that.

I have a launch_url.sh file the only binary is named "do not run me" or some such thing.

So how do I actually get "IN-World"?

Tarina Sewell

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Join date: 20 Jul 2007

Posts: 2,180

06-22-2008 21:38

when you installed program it should have created a link in your programs to SL (a hand icon) and or a desktop shortcut.. runit, SecondLife.exe
unless you have a mac then Ive no clue

good lord, sorry missed the linux important bit of info.. just disregard mine please haha

Peggy Paperdoll

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06-22-2008 21:40

you might try posting in the technical talk section.........or the Linux section. I would think the Linux section would be better though. Most people here and in the technical talk section are Windows users with a few Mac users.

Your chances for help are much better in one of those two sections.

Annabelle Babii

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06-22-2008 21:42

Oh, and don't forget the obligitory sacrifices and prayers to St Ruth that it actually works.

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Macphisto Angelus

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06-22-2008 21:42

I found this in the Linux subforum:

/263/e3/260995/1.html

That seems to tell how to start the application. I know nothing about Linux, so I am hoping that helps.

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Vampaerus Wysznik

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06-22-2008 21:54

From: someone

3. INSTALLING & RUNNING
-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-

The Second Life Linux client entirely runs out of the directory you have
unpacked it into - no installation step is required.

Run ./secondlife from the installation directory to start Second Life.

not the most intuitive instructions especially if you are new to Linux. You want to start a Terminal window and then use cd to get to the directory where you unzipped everything. When you are in the correct directory type ./secondlife and hit enter.

There are other ways of doing it too. If you open up the folder where you unzipped everything, there should be one file simply called "secondlife". Right click on it and choose properties. Depending on if you have Ubuntu/Sabayon/etc it's all slightly different, but you want to look for a "permissions" tab. There should be a checkbox that says "is executable?". Make sure that box is checked. If so then you can just double click the "secondlife" script and it should run. You will not see all of the information displayed using the first method above tho, and it may seem to hang for a second or two before the SL window pops up.

If the script is set "executable" you can also make shortcuts to it to put anywhere you want, like say the desktop.

Lemme know if I missed any details. I'm doing this from memory as my Linux box is in pieces.

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Shang Quan

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Join date: 22 Jun 2008

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06-22-2008 22:00

Thanks. That seemed to help but apparently I either have the wrong video card or driver.

Vampaerus Wysznik

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06-22-2008 22:47

From: Shang Quan

Thanks. That seemed to help but apparently I either have the wrong video card or driver.

yeah, it's *really* fussy. What do you have?

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How to connect?
Shang Quan Registered User Join date: 22 Jun 2008 Posts: 2	06-22-2008 21:36 I have created an account and assigned an Avatar name. I have downloaded the linux version of the software. How do I launch the program? There does not seem to be any instructions on that. I have a launch_url.sh file the only binary is named "do not run me" or some such thing. So how do I actually get "IN-World"?
Tarina Sewell Just Browsing Thank you Join date: 20 Jul 2007 Posts: 2,180	06-22-2008 21:38 when you installed program it should have created a link in your programs to SL (a hand icon) and or a desktop shortcut.. runit, SecondLife.exe unless you have a mac then Ive no clue good lord, sorry missed the linux important bit of info.. just disregard mine please haha
Peggy Paperdoll A Brat Join date: 15 Apr 2006 Posts: 4,383	06-22-2008 21:40 you might try posting in the technical talk section.........or the Linux section. I would think the Linux section would be better though. Most people here and in the technical talk section are Windows users with a few Mac users. Your chances for help are much better in one of those two sections.
Annabelle Babii Unholier than thou Join date: 2 Jun 2007 Posts: 1,797	06-22-2008 21:42 Oh, and don't forget the obligitory sacrifices and prayers to St Ruth that it actually works. _____________________ Deep inside we're all the same - we're an amorphous fog clouod.
Macphisto Angelus JAFO Join date: 21 Oct 2004 Posts: 5,831	06-22-2008 21:42 I found this in the Linux subforum: /263/e3/260995/1.html That seems to tell how to start the application. I know nothing about Linux, so I am hoping that helps. _____________________ From: Natalie P from SLU Second Life: Where being the super important, extra special person you've always been sure you are (at least when you're drunk) can be a reality! From: Ann Launay I put on my robe and wizard ha... Oh. Nevermind then.
Vampaerus Wysznik bad lurker Join date: 12 Apr 2008 Posts: 1,011	06-22-2008 21:54 From: someone 3. INSTALLING & RUNNING -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- The Second Life Linux client entirely runs out of the directory you have unpacked it into - no installation step is required. Run ./secondlife from the installation directory to start Second Life. not the most intuitive instructions especially if you are new to Linux. You want to start a Terminal window and then use cd to get to the directory where you unzipped everything. When you are in the correct directory type ./secondlife and hit enter. There are other ways of doing it too. If you open up the folder where you unzipped everything, there should be one file simply called "secondlife". Right click on it and choose properties. Depending on if you have Ubuntu/Sabayon/etc it's all slightly different, but you want to look for a "permissions" tab. There should be a checkbox that says "is executable?". Make sure that box is checked. If so then you can just double click the "secondlife" script and it should run. You will not see all of the information displayed using the first method above tho, and it may seem to hang for a second or two before the SL window pops up. If the script is set "executable" you can also make shortcuts to it to put anywhere you want, like say the desktop. Lemme know if I missed any details. I'm doing this from memory as my Linux box is in pieces. _____________________ Small scale web hosting for your SL or RL. Payable monthly in L$.
Shang Quan Registered User Join date: 22 Jun 2008 Posts: 2	06-22-2008 22:00 Thanks. That seemed to help but apparently I either have the wrong video card or driver.
Vampaerus Wysznik bad lurker Join date: 12 Apr 2008 Posts: 1,011	06-22-2008 22:47 From: Shang Quan Thanks. That seemed to help but apparently I either have the wrong video card or driver. yeah, it's really fussy. What do you have? _____________________ Small scale web hosting for your SL or RL. Payable monthly in L$.

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