The error "Linux LILO boot procedure freezes with LI characters" (also known as the "LILO boot loader LI error") typically occurs when the LILO boot loader is unable to boot the Linux operating system.
There are a number of possible causes for this error, including:
Incorrect configuration of the LILO boot loader: If the LILO boot loader is not configured correctly, it may be unable to find the Linux kernel or boot partition, or it may be trying to boot a kernel that is not compatible with your system.
Corrupted Linux kernel or boot partition: If the Linux kernel or boot partition is damaged or corrupted, LILO may be unable to boot the operating system.
Hardware issues: If there are problems with your computer's hardware, such as a failing hard drive or RAM, LILO may be unable to boot the operating system.
To troubleshoot the LILO boot loader LI error, you can try the following steps:
Check the LILO configuration: Make sure that the LILO configuration file (/etc/lilo.conf) is correct and points to the correct location of the Linux kernel and boot partition. You can use the lilo -v command to check the LILO configuration for errors.
Check the Linux kernel and boot partition: Make sure that the Linux kernel and boot partition are not damaged or corrupted. You can try running a filesystem check (e.g. fsck) on the boot partition to see if it reports any errors.
Check for hardware issues: Check for any hardware issues that may be causing the LILO boot loader LI error. You can try running a hardware diagnostic tool or replacing any failing hardware components.
If these steps don't help, you may need to try reinstalling the LILO boot loader or the Linux operating system.