Help! Ubuntu Installation Fails Due to Incorrect UUID
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TechieBunny93
I'm trying to install Ubuntu, but it gets stuck searching for a UUID that's different from the one shown in my UEFI settings. I'm wondering if I can change the UUID to match what Ubuntu is looking for so I can boot normally. However, I'm not exactly sure how to do this from the initramfs shell it drops me into when the usual boot process fails. If there's a better solution or reason I shouldn't try changing the UUID, I'd love to hear that too!
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You actually don't need to worry about the UUID of your entire computer. Ubuntu only cares about the UUID of the specific filesystem it's looking for. If you're getting a UUID error while trying to boot, it means Ubuntu can't find the necessary files, which could be due to missing or corrupted files. It's best to focus on getting the filesystem in order rather than trying to set a UUID.
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It sounds like your installation might have not gone as planned. Did you set up your own root, home, and swap partitions? I suggest trying to boot from a USB Live system and using the Boot Repair utility from the menu. Alternatively, you could try installing again using the default settings to see if that helps it boot normally.
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Check out some installation tips available online! It's also a good idea to install while connected via Ethernet to ensure a stable connection. And remember to remove the boot media once you're done, as that can sometimes cause boot issues.
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