I'm a total newbie switching from Windows to Linux and I think I might have messed up my computer. I decided to try Fedora and created a bootable USB using Rufus. After backing up my files, I resized my Windows partition and booted from the USB. I was in the live mode of Fedora when I noticed some odd sounds and pixel glitches but everything seemed fine. I wanted to switch back to Windows to disable Fast Startup and Bitlocker before actually installing Fedora. However, now I can't access the UEFI settings at all! No matter what I do, I just see the ASUS logo and then it goes black. I'm worried I've messed something up and can't figure out how to boot. What can I do?
5 Answers
Have you tried a full reboot? Sometimes, just shutting down for a minute and starting it back up can clear things up. Don't press any keys during startup—just see if it can boot normally. Stay calm, I really don’t think there’s a major problem!
Consider trying something like Linux Mint or Zorin instead of Fedora for an easier experience as a newcomer. They’re generally more user-friendly and might save you some headaches.
Oh, and by the way, make sure to plug in an ethernet cable if you're going to install later! It’ll help a lot with the installation process.
If you want to get into UEFI, another trick is to take out your boot disks and start the machine. This could force it into setup. Just be mindful of your fast boot settings, which could be causing issues.
It sounds like your computer got stuck in a weird state after booting live Fedora. Since your UEFI isn’t letting you in, you might want to clear the CMOS. This will reset the motherboard to factory settings. It usually involves removing the battery on the motherboard for a few minutes and then putting it back. This should help you get back into UEFI. Just remember that after you do this, you might need to reset your time and date in the BIOS.
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