Black Screen Issue After Booting Linux

Thanks for the tips! I actually tried a bunch of different solutions including some driver options, but here's the kicker: swapping cables and plugging into a different monitor input solved the issue completely! I had no idea my cables could be the problem, but it turns out they were faulty. Funny how something so simple can cause so much trouble, right?

The 'nomodeset' option is key here because it prevents the kernel from loading video drivers, relying instead on BIOS settings until the graphical interface (X) loads. This can cause issues if there’s a compatibility problem between your hardware and drivers, leading to that black screen. You might want to switch to command-line mode temporarily using TTY to troubleshoot further. You can do this by pressing CTRL + ALT + F1 to get to a terminal. Once there, you can try updating your video drivers or adjusting settings. There's a helpful guide on TTY you can check out for more details!

Have you tried disabling Secure Boot in your UEFI settings? Sometimes that can interfere with booting Linux, especially if you’re using certain GPUs. When you start your PC, press the key to enter your BIOS/UEFI settings and look for Secure Boot. Turning that off might help with your boot issues.