I'm trying to make the switch to Linux, but I'm hitting wall after wall when trying to install different distros. For starters, I attempted to install Omarchy, but kept running into errors. Then I went for the standard Arch Linux, which did manage to install through archinstall, but it launched Gnome instead of Hyprland and was missing a ton of crucial components. After that, I tried installing again but faced bizarre issues like random letters showing instead of words in the settings, and although I think Hyprland was also installed, the terminal was glitchy and I had no internet access or command functionality. My next attempt was with Bazzite, which also failed like Omarchy at installation. Meanwhile, Linux Mint worked perfectly fine, but I'm struggling to install any other distro. I've searched high and low for solutions without any luck. Please, does anyone have suggestions?
For context, here are my hardware specifications:
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 5500
- RAM: 16GB
- GPU: AMD Radeon RX 6400
- Motherboard: Mancer A520M-DXV4
I've also tried both of my SSDs for the installations. Attached are the images of the errors I encountered with Bazzite and Omarchy for reference.
4 Answers
Honestly, if Mint works for you, there's no harm in sticking to it. It's user-friendly and lets you get accustomed to Linux without the added stress of installation failures. If you're keen on exploring, consider something like Ubuntu or Zorin, which are also known for being quite beginner-friendly.
Before diving deeper trying other distros, make sure you're documenting the exact error messages you're running into. It makes it easier to troubleshoot or ask for help when you have specific details. If you're still keen on trying Arch-based distros, Endeavour OS could be a great option since it simplifies the installation process a bit without losing too much of the Arch experience.
I'll keep that in mind moving forward, thanks!
You're definitely not alone in this struggle. I've experienced similar frustrations, where certain distros wouldn't install right due to hardware compatibility issues or just glitches. If you want something that works right out of the box, stick with Mint for now, and maybe explore other distros later when you feel more confident with Linux.
It might be worth your time to try installing a distro via a USB stick and see how it goes from there. If it works, your internal drive might be the culprit. Given your solid hardware specs, it seems like something is just not playing nice. Maybe check your BIOS settings as well; sometimes adjusting those can help resolve installation issues.
Nice suggestion! It could shed some light on where the issue is coming from.
I’ll definitely try that; thanks!
Great point! Specific error messages can really help narrow down the issues.