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Please could someone help me with any information on how to fix my problem?
I have a Hp compaq 6720s laptop.
I partitioned it into Vista and Xp.
When i wanted to install the Oracle Enterprise Linux, after the first screen everything went blank.
I even tried using an external dvd drive to read the dvd but to know avail.
Could i know if there is any known compatibility issues with this product.
Please this is very urgent b/c my oracle training is on.
TANX.