I have a https://www.lantronix.com/products/open-q-865-development-kit/ SOM INCLUDED
I want to put linux os on it as it seems the kernel image is now available as per mail

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Lantronix is pleased to announce the release of new and improved Open-Q™ 5165RB SOM Application firmware Ubuntu v2.0. This software release was tested on the Open-Q™ Dev Kit with Open-Q™ 5165RB SOM. This combination uses the SOM board QRB5165-SOM-A (8GB/128GB) and QRB5165-SOM-B (16GB/128GB), carrier board, power supply, optional LCD panel with touch and optional IMX258 camera board

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1. Can i put a linux image instead of android?

2. will i face any issues with drivers or peripherals on the board?

I tried asking the question on qualcomm dev forum but havnt got any response.

I have not tried installing linux but have a preinstalled android image.
Since it is an expensive hardware and there is a probability that i might brick my hardware, i do not want to take any chances.