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x1xmythx1x
February 22nd, 2009, 09:59 PM
I have Installed xubuntu on my toshiba 4005cds. but after grub boots xubuntu. it will load then go to a blank black screen and do nothing.

if you could please help me with this issue. it would be greatly appreciated.

wpshooter
February 22nd, 2009, 10:11 PM
I have Installed xubuntu on my toshiba 4005cds. but after grub boots xubuntu. it will load then go to a blank black screen and do nothing.

if you could please help me with this issue. it would be greatly appreciated.

Try installation using safe graphics mode or if that does not work then try installing from the ALTERNATE (text based) CD version.

x1xmythx1x
February 23rd, 2009, 05:44 AM
i installed it from the alt installer ISO
the OS is installed it just goes blank after the boot

x1xmythx1x
February 25th, 2009, 01:35 AM
bump::
can no one provide me with some guidance

wpshooter
February 26th, 2009, 09:59 PM
How old is this machine ?

How much memory does it have ?

Have you checked to make sure that it meets the minimum system hardware requirements for Xubuntu ?