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linux-restricted-modules-2.6.24 package

  1. Bug #194351
  2. Comment #4

Comment 4 for bug 194351

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Jason Jade Ward (nyad55) wrote : Re: [Bug 194351] Re: LiveCD GUI won't start. ie I cannot install

On Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 11:17 PM, Ted M. Young <email address hidden> wrote:

> I've had the same problem trying to use the graphical installer with my
> GeForce 8800GT video card. I had the same problem with 7.10 and had to
> use the text-based installer. I'm disappointed that Ubuntu doesn't seem
> to recognize this popular card. I'd be happy to provide information
> about my hardware. btw, this is on the x64 version.
>
> --
> LiveCD GUI won't start. ie I cannot install
> https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/194351
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I solved this problem by searching on the net and I found this.

edit
/etc/default/linux-restricted-modules-common
look in the file and add to the disabled modules part
"Disabled_Modules = nv nv-new"

But do this only when you have installed your Nvidia drivers.

Hope that helps