Should update this:
I had to install xubuntu with the nomodeset switch to boot from the DVD and didn't realize this option was installed in my /det/default/grub.
After install I removed the nomodeset and now the laptop boots fine and the blank screen at logout is gone
Should update this:
I had to install xubuntu with the nomodeset switch to boot from the DVD and didn't realize this option was installed in my /det/default/grub.
After install I removed the nomodeset and now the laptop boots fine and the blank screen at logout is gone