What do I do if my Linux Server / Workstation does not boot?

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What do I do if my Linux Server / Workstation does not boot?

If your Linux server or workstation does not boot, there are a few steps that you can take to troubleshoot the issue:

  1. Check the boot order: Make sure that the boot device is set to the correct device, such as the hard drive or a bootable USB drive. You can usually change the boot order in the BIOS or UEFI settings.

  2. Check the boot messages: Pay attention to any error messages that are displayed during the boot process. These messages can often provide clues as to what is causing the boot failure.

  3. Enter recovery mode: Most Linux systems have a recovery mode that you can access by pressing a key during the boot process. Recovery mode can provide access to tools such as a shell, filesystem checker, and bootloader repair tools.

  4. Check the filesystem: If the boot failure is due to a damaged filesystem, you can try running the fsck command to check and repair the filesystem. You can usually run fsck from the recovery mode or from a bootable USB drive.

  5. Check the bootloader: If the bootloader is damaged or corrupted, you may need to repair or reinstall it. You can usually use tools such as grub-install or bootctl to repair or reinstall the bootloader.

  6. Check the hardware: If the boot failure is due

Created Time:2017-10-30 14:27:32  Author:lautturi