The laptop fails to start after trying to install Ubuntu Mate.

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10-09-2023, 04:18 AM

So I tried installing ubuntu mate on an old laptop since I'm still waiting for a new PSU replacement for my rig. I followed a guide on using unetbootin. When i made it to the partition menu on the ubuntu installation I followed a video guide on how to do it but eventually I got an error that the partitions were already in use and asked to reboot . I rebooted and now the laptop won't make it to the bootmenu where I get to select whether to boot in windows or unetbootin. It boots after the manufacturer logo and shows the _ symbol till it auto shut downs itself. Help is very appreciated. (I have 0 experience with linux)

OneTapDiverse

10-09-2023, 04:18 AM #1

mineguiton
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10-16-2023, 07:53 PM

Launch the Windows installation CD and proceed to the repair menu. Search for Startup Repair.

mineguiton

10-16-2023, 07:53 PM #2

Launch the Windows installation CD and proceed to the repair menu. Search for Startup Repair.

kevin2010
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10-20-2023, 11:43 AM

You can also try the Windows repair CD to open a console and run tools like Bootrec.exe /FixMbr or Bootrec.exe /FixBoot to resolve boot issues. Check the support page for more details: https://support.microsoft.com/en-nz/kb/927392

kevin2010

10-20-2023, 11:43 AM #3

Zexer_
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10-20-2023, 03:26 PM

You're currently loading from the hard disk. Type your BIOS or boot options (typically F10) and choose to boot from the USB stick. If you're new to this process, go with the layout the installer suggests automatically.

Zexer_

10-20-2023, 03:26 PM #4

NearX2208
Junior Member

10-28-2023, 02:14 PM

I mean the automatic way of dividing space into sections, sorry I'm not familiar with the term.

NearX2208

10-28-2023, 02:14 PM #5

I mean the automatic way of dividing space into sections, sorry I'm not familiar with the term.

COLIN20052012
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10-29-2023, 11:41 AM

Yes, you can boot from an SD card using an ISO file and a card reader, even without an optical drive.

COLIN20052012

10-29-2023, 11:41 AM #6

Yes, you can boot from an SD card using an ISO file and a card reader, even without an optical drive.

CattyO
Member

10-29-2023, 01:36 PM

Make sure it's USB, not every laptop supports booting from SD card.

CattyO

10-29-2023, 01:36 PM #7

Make sure it's USB, not every laptop supports booting from SD card.

FischersMaxe
Junior Member

10-30-2023, 06:12 PM

For a drive that is powered on, the BIOS recognizes it as a possible startup option, so any device can function.

FischersMaxe

10-30-2023, 06:12 PM #8

For a drive that is powered on, the BIOS recognizes it as a possible startup option, so any device can function.

88lucky
Member

11-13-2023, 02:02 PM

Understood, I'll attempt it tomorrow and let you know about my progress. Thanks!

88lucky

11-13-2023, 02:02 PM #9

Understood, I'll attempt it tomorrow and let you know about my progress. Thanks!

Kidloic
Junior Member

11-13-2023, 03:09 PM

#10

I adhered to a manual for dividing the storage. Ubuntu provides several pre-made options for creating partitions, though they may not always be the best choice, yet they tend to work reliably.

Kidloic

11-13-2023, 03:09 PM #10

I adhered to a manual for dividing the storage. Ubuntu provides several pre-made options for creating partitions, though they may not always be the best choice, yet they tend to work reliably.

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