Hey everyone, I somehow messed up my Fedora Sway spin setup. I was having some serious overheating issues and thought it was due to my NVIDIA drivers. Following some questionable advice, I started uninstalling drivers and removing config files to install Nouveau. Now, I'm left with a system that won't boot graphically—only terminal access! I even get an 'unset DISPLAY env' error when I try to open Firefox. I really regret following that advice from ChatGPT. Any tips on getting my GUI back?
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I get why some would turn to ChatGPT for help, but it's always safer to research thoroughly, especially with Linux. Each distro has its quirks. Maybe next time stick to official docs or community forums for guidance! Good luck with your setup!
Honestly, high temperatures can be caused by a range of issues, not just drivers. Have you checked your hardware? Sometimes it's not just software that needs a tweak. Might want to look at cooling options as well.
I had similar issues before, and it turned out my fans were clogged with dust. Simple cleaning made a huge difference.
Yikes, sounds like a tough situation. A clean reinstall might be the way to go, especially if you can't undo those changes. Boot from a live USB if you need to grab any important files first.
Definitely important to make sure you've backed up your files. A clean install can sometimes save a headache.
It sounds like you ran into the classic "don't trust AI with system changes" trap. If you have backups, restoring an earlier version could be a lifesaver. Otherwise, checking your logs might help identify the core of the problem. If you're seeing errors but can’t pinpoint the issues, a fresh install might be your best bet.
If you’re looking at logs, make sure to check for specific error messages that might give you clues on what’s going wrong.
If you didn’t set up backups like Timeshift, rolling back could be tricky. Fedora doesn’t come with that feature by default unfortunately.
Totally agree! The documentation can be a bit overwhelming, but it's often the most reliable source.