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| Thread ID: 73808 | 2006-11-01 22:35:00 | Ubuntu - how do I get it to boot? | andy (473) | Press F1 |
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| 495878 | 2006-11-03 03:26:00 | Linux installing routines are probably not as thoroughly tested as the Windows ones. :D The problem could be that the disk doesn't have any MS boot sector on it (which would normally be modified to start Linux loader). Try making one: FDISK /MBR from a Windows (or DOS) boot floppy or CD might be enough. |
Graham L (2) | ||
| 495879 | 2006-11-03 03:31:00 | How do I tell whether I have an AMD or Intel version of Ubuntu? There arent AMD or Intel versions, theres 32bit and 64bit version . It just so happens that the 64bit version is refered to as AMD64 as it was AMD that first release a 64bit instruction set for desktop PC's . Having the wrong version would be unlikely to stop the PC from booting, problems would arise later as Linux starts to boot . Have you made sure that all BIOS settings are correct? e . g Its set to boot from hdd? If the Linux installation finishes without error then chances are its not Linux at fault . Are you sure that the hdd isnt damaged? |
Pete O'Neil (6584) | ||
| 495880 | 2006-11-03 05:39:00 | I'll reload Windows, try that, and then start again without reformatting the disk. Will let you know. Cheers. |
andy (473) | ||
| 495881 | 2006-11-03 07:49:00 | Check to see how your hard drive and CD/DVD is set up. If you have a SATA hard drive and the CD/DVD is on the primary ATA connection Ubuntu will not boot after installation. Remove the CD/DVD ATA ribbon from the motherboard connector and try booting. |
Antmannz (6583) | ||
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