I downloaded the newest XFCE, used Rufus to burn it to a usb, it booted to the usb fine, when it came up to options and i selected boot, the screen turns black and no longer accepts user input. ctrl alt f2, control c, nothing. I was wondering if it has anything to do with the graphics adapter, or th…

I think it was actually my USB drive. I was using nonfree already because i remember linux and nvidia not getting along. after burning the ISO to three flashdrives, the third one worked. I have no idea why, but it’s up so i’m not gonna question it.

Hello, If this is correct from your user description: GPU: NVidia RTX 2070 Super then you need to select nonfree driver option, from the menu, before you boot. The default one is free [image] Signal-Raptor: If there’s a way for me to attach images You could use this service and share the l…

[image] Signal-Raptor: If there’s a way for me to attach images i’ll do that later Please read this (cc @anon89812132 ) [image] [HowTo] Post screenshots and links Tutorials Difficulty: ★☆☆☆☆ You’ve probably been sent here by a more experienced user because you can…

I’ve marked the below answer as the solution to your question as it is by far the best answer you’ll get. [image] Black SOD off Live USB Support I think it was actually my USB drive. I was using nonfree already because i remember linux and nvidia not getting along. after …

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