Debian Linux suggestions for Satellite M60-135

Hi there,
I'd like to have a running Debian Linux system as a primary OS on my M60-135.
Until now I've tried several Live CDs and DVDs:
- Debian 4 itself
- Knoppix up to 5.2
- Kanotix 2006
- Sidux Chaos
- Ubuntu and Kubuntu (both 6.10)
- Linux Mint 2.2
Also:
- Fedora Core 6
- Mandriva free 2007
None of them work due to difficulties with the X server.
The ATI graphics chip obviously doesn't work.
The setup continues properly - even up to the starting sounds of the OS - yet the screen stays black.
Therefore no way to enter the console, edit files or whatever.
Now my reply:
Did anyone manage to get a Debian system running on such a machine an if so - HOW?
Please keep in mind that I'm a Linux newbie and that I for those reasons would be glad for rather "visible" explanations ;-)
By the way:
Opensuse 10.2 recognizes the graphics adapter correctly and boots up to a visible screen.
What's different here?
Nonetheless will Suse not be my way of Linux ...
Thanks for any ideas!
Blues

Hi,
the thing is that linux is not running perfectly on EVERY system, so if you want to begin with linux then use a distribution which works out of the box.
So, it doesnt matter which distribution you use, if you are a newbie then begin with suse. Its the perfect distro to begin, and after a while of practice you will get more experience and you would be able to configure your system if something fails.
Its just a matter of time which distro you will use, but dont overburden yourself with dists like fedora, gentoo or something else.
Try it with suse and make your way. :)
Greets and good luck

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