Gigabyte GA-Z87X-UD5H Linux Compatible?

[dbaier3]

Hello,

I am currently researching a build that I plan to do and run Linux Mint 14+ (or as I have found out, the latest kernel would be necessary, so Mint 15), and cannot find any information whether the motherboard I plan to use for the build has any form of Linux support. My build can be seen here: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1fSP7. The motherboard is the Gigabyte Z87 UD5H, and I have checked the manufacturer's website and have only found their remark for Linux users: "Due to different Linux support condition provided by chipset vendors, please download Linux driver from chipset vendors' website or 3rd party website." Based on this, I assume the board is supported, however I have not been ably to find any official support pages, drivers, etc. I am wondering if the motherboard is Linux Compatible and what steps I would need to take in order to get most, if not all of the features of the board running? I do plan to add a second HDD and run windows 7 not long after I build the PC.

Manufacturer's site: http://www.gigabyte.us/products/product-page.aspx?pid=4483#ov
Newegg: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813128593

One of the ratings on Newegg does have a user who was able to get Fedora Linux running with the Motherboard, however I have read that there are many issues with running Linux Mint due to the UEFI Bios.

I appreciate any wisdom on this topic, as I only have experience with using Linux and none with installing it on a new build, etc. Also, I would be very appreciative for any advice with running Linux Mint given the other components (I do know I should use the latest kernel [Mint 15] due to the processor and the GPU). Thank you.

 

[rjackowens]

Hello,

I am currently researching a build that I plan to do and run Linux Mint 14+ (or as I have found out, the latest kernel would be necessary, so Mint 15), and cannot find any information whether the motherboard I plan to use for the build has any form of Linux support. My build can be seen here: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1fSP7. The motherboard is the Gigabyte Z87 UD5H, and I have checked the manufacturer's website and have only found their remark for Linux users: "Due to different Linux support condition provided by chipset vendors, please download Linux driver from chipset vendors' website or 3rd party website." Based on this, I assume the board is supported, however I have not been ably to find any official support pages, drivers, etc. I am wondering if the motherboard is Linux Compatible and what steps I would need to take in order to get most, if not all of the features of the board running? I do plan to add a second HDD and run windows 7 not long after I build the PC.

Manufacturer's site: http://www.gigabyte.us/products/product-page.aspx?pid=4483#ov
Newegg: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813128593

One of the ratings on Newegg does have a user who was able to get Fedora Linux running with the Motherboard, however I have read that there are many issues with running Linux Mint due to the UEFI Bios.

I appreciate any wisdom on this topic, as I only have experience with using Linux and none with installing it on a new build, etc. Also, I would be very appreciative for any advice with running Linux Mint given the other components (I do know I should use the latest kernel [Mint 15] due to the processor and the GPU). Thank you.

Hi! I have a Gigabyte GA Z77 UD3H motherboard (a generation older than yours). I have ran several Linux distros (including Ubuntu, and Puppy Linux) without any compatibility issues. Since your motherboard is newer than mine, I am almost positive you should not have any problems with it.

 

[dbaier3]

Hi! I have a Gigabyte GA Z77 UD3H motherboard (a generation older than yours). I have ran several Linux distros (including Ubuntu, and Puppy Linux) without any compatibility issues. Since your motherboard is newer than mine, I am almost positive you should not have any problems with it.

Ok, that sounds great. Did you have to do anything extra in order to have the motherboard in full functioning order, or were you able to just built, install the OS, and go without any problems?

One other thing: Since I do plan on being able to Dual Boot Linux with Windows 7 eventually on the build, is it recommended to install 7 first, even though I plan to run each OS on their own HDD?

Thank you for your help.

 

[rjackowens]

Hi! I have a Gigabyte GA Z77 UD3H motherboard (a generation older than yours). I have ran several Linux distros (including Ubuntu, and Puppy Linux) without any compatibility issues. Since your motherboard is newer than mine, I am almost positive you should not have any problems with it.

Ok, that sounds great. Did you have to do anything extra in order to have the motherboard in full functioning order, or were you able to just built, install the OS, and go without any problems?

One other thing: Since I do plan on being able to Dual Boot Linux with Windows 7 eventually on the build, is it recommended to install 7 first, even though I plan to run each OS on their own HDD?

Thank you for your help.

I didn't have to do anything extra for Linux, just installed and ran like a charm! I believe it is recommended to install Windows first, and most people do (including myself).