I recently ran into some serious trouble while trying to install Linux Mint on my computer. I was trying to play Super Mario Odyssey using Ryujinx, and it led to my Windows installation getting corrupted. Now my PC keeps getting stuck in an infinite repair loop, which has left me feeling pretty lost. I decided to switch to Linux to avoid the hassle, but I ran into an issue while trying to install it.
I made a bootable USB drive using my phone, but during the installation, it always freezes at the 'copying files' stage—whether I'm using Linux Mint with Cinnamon or XFCE. I've tried creating the USB on both my phone and my friend's laptop, and I'm at a loss for what to do next. I've done my research, but nothing seems to help. My parts are all functioning, the USB is okay, and the image isn't corrupt because it also failed to install Windows. I've tried booting in both LEGACY and UEFI modes with Linux Mint, but the freezing continues. Currently, I have no idea how to proceed, and my motherboard is an H61 from TGT.
3 Answers
It sounds like a hardware issue, especially since you can't install Windows either. Check your RAM and hard drive for errors; those might be contributing to your freezing problems during installations.
Your situation sounds frustrating, but don't lose hope! It's possible to get this fixed. Just ensure that you're selecting the right options in the BIOS and that your USB stick is set up correctly. Aligning those elements can often do the trick!
I read an article that suggests you could be dealing with issues related to older hardware. Given that your motherboard is 12 years old, it might not play well with newer Linux installers. Consider checking your RAM and ensuring your USB mode is compatible with the installer you're using.
Try using a lighter distro or older versions of your chosen distro as well. Sometimes modern installers give trouble with legacy hardware.
That makes sense! I'll check my RAM. Any other tips for older systems?