I've been trying to install various Linux distributions on my ASUS TUF Gaming A15 laptop, starting with Linux Mint Cinnamon. Initially, everything was working fine, but then the laptop began to turn off and reboot unexpectedly. Since then, I've attempted installing Arch, Ubuntu, Pop_OS, and other Linux flavors, but I continue to experience random reboots, making it impossible to complete the installation process. Even when I boot from a live USB, the reboots persist. Interestingly, the same SSD worked flawlessly on my older laptop with Linux Mint. I'm really stumped; does anyone have any suggestions for troubleshooting this issue?
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It sounds like a possible hardware failure if the device is rebooting without any OS loaded. The issue could be with the CPU or another component malfunctioning. Have you considered replacing the RAM or updating the BIOS? I know that updating the BIOS can be risky, especially if the machine reboots mid-flash, but it might be necessary.
I experienced similar issues with an ASUS TUF laptop; it seems ACPI or GPU settings can cause problems with Linux. When booting, try adding parameters like `acpi=off` or `nomodeset` in GRUB. Updating the BIOS has also resolved issues for many users in the past, so that could be worth a shot too.
Thanks for the heads up! For now, I'll keep testing on Windows 11 and will update here with my findings in a few days.
You could try monitoring what happens right before the reboot by using `sudo dmesg -w` through SSH from another device. This might give you clues about the issue when it reboots. It's worth noting that many users report success with this laptop model, but make sure it's not overheating; cleaning the fans can help. Running a memory test could also pinpoint if it's a hardware issue.
Thanks for the tip! I just switched back to Windows 11 temporarily to see if the crashes happen there too. So far, it does!
Your trouble might be related to the GPU. I dealt with similar reboot issues on another laptop. I'd suggest doing a fresh Linux install, keeping track of all your package installations, and testing the system after each step. This way, if a particular app causes an issue, you'll know exactly what triggered it.
That sounds like a solid plan! If I can't isolate the problem soon, I’ll give this method a try. Thanks for your help!
Yeah, I've thought about that. If replacing the RAM doesn't solve it, I'll reluctantly look into the BIOS update.