I'm new to Linux and just made the switch from Windows. I installed the latest LTS version on an 8GB USB drive using Ventoy, and while I can start the installation wizard without issues, I'm running into trouble. After the WiFi setup, I get an error, and when I try to proceed to the 'choose how to install' section, opting to 'delete drive' leads to an error and an infinite loading screen. I don't know what's going wrong since there's no error code given, and when I try to report this issue, it asks for the password to the install wizard, which I don't have. Also, it prompts me to update the install wizard, but I'm sure I have the latest LTS update. Can anyone help me figure out what might be causing this?
5 Answers
It sounds like it could be a problem with Ventoy or your USB drive. If possible, try re-downloading the Linux ISO and ensure its integrity. You could also consider using Fedora Media Writer or Rufus instead of Ventoy to burn the image to your USB. Sometimes USB drives can get corrupt when written to multiple times, so that might be another thing to check out!
Congrats on making the switch! If you find the installation isn't going as planned, consider trying different distributions. Kubuntu is a great choice for users coming from Windows because of its user-friendly interface. You can also use VirtualBox to test different environments without fully removing Windows.
I usually prepare multiple USB drives with different Linux distros as a backup. It helps a lot if one installation fails. It's common to have issues sometimes, even seasoned users face installation challenges occasionally.
Make sure you have a good internet connection during the installation process. It's often recommended to use an Ethernet cable instead of WiFi to avoid connection issues. Also, ensure you eject the USB drive properly after the installation.
Have you checked if Fast Boot is enabled on your Windows drive? It's known to interfere with Linux installations. Disabling it might help resolve your issue. Just look for it in the BIOS settings.
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