Re: Install Problem
On Thu, Nov 05, 2020 at 05:10:16PM -0500, slow_speed@att.net wrote:
> Dear Steve, et al.
> Thanks for your efforts on trying to bundle non-free with a simple net
> install media.
>
> I tried it on an HP Pavilion G6 that had Windows 8.1. Freed up some space
> and gave it a go.
>
> Everything seems to finish correctly, but upon restart there is no boot to
> grub, no Ethernet network connection and no video.
>
Which install option did you use? : it is worth trying the advanced option as a
text install - this will ask you more questions and, if there are problems with
the graphics installation, will allow you to troubleshoot.
> If I press F9 during boot, I can see the Debian option and that takes me to
> grub.
>
Does the system have secure boot turned on? How was Windows 8.1 installed
- UEFI or legacy BIOS?
> However, when selecting the first option, I see things trying to load, and
> then get to a blank screen and blinking cursor.
>
Are there any logs being written anywhere in /var/log?
> Upon trying it again, I choose the advanced options which will boot to a
> terminal prompt, but there is no network connection available. (connect:
> Network is unreachable)
>
> It seems that the installer should look to identify the existing hardware
> and let the user confirm the choices and match up non-free drivers that way.
>
> Thought you'd like to know.
>
> Regards,
> Michael
>
>
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