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Linux not booting due to graphics issues

Discussion in 'The Alternative OS' started by HPCE_Larry, May 4, 2007.

  1. HPCE_Larry Newcomer, in training Posts: 189

    I'm trying to boot Ubuntu from a CD but it dies part way through claiming a graphics issue. I'm running an 8800gts 320mb. Any idea what its issue is? Knoppix won't run at all.
    HPCE_Larry, May 4, 2007
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  2. Phantasm66 Newcomer, in training Posts: 6,504

    I'm no Ubuntu expert, but try booting from your CD into rescue mode, and seeing if you can run the program that configures Xwidows again, to see if you can select a new video card driver.

    I don't have exact instructions for that distro, I am afraid.
    Phantasm66, May 5, 2007
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  3. HPCE_Larry Newcomer, in training Posts: 189

    Thanks, I'll look into it.
    HPCE_Larry, May 5, 2007
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