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I did some more searching and came across this page https://wiki.ubuntu.com/X/Config/Resolution . This is the part that helped me :) Adding undetected resolutions Due to buggy hardware or drivers, your monitor's correct resolutions may not always be detected. For example, the EDID data block queried from your monitor may be incorrect. If the mode already ...


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@51 I also have an HP Compaq 4000 Pro SFF, running Ubuntu 12.04 LTS. I just experienced the same issue .. @Sam I tried copying the missing xorg.conf file back from failsafe version, which appears to resolve. eg. [ login to text-mode eg. Ctrl-Alt-F1 ] cd /etc/X11/ sudo cp xorg.conf.failsafe xorg.conf sudo shutdown -r now CLEANUP What was the ...


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I had a similar problem on my Lenovo y580 with HD Intel 4000. I simply removed the nvidia drivers and the computer booted into unity just fine. Perhaps try that (you could always reinstall them if it doesn't work.)


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I had the same issue from updating. It seemed like xorg broke from not having a config file. Nor can it be auto-generated so I copied the xorg.conf.failsafe and made a new xorg.conf. Let me know if that helps. I notice you deleted that file. This is what mine looks like. I am working on get this auto generation to work though. Section "Device" ...


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VA-API (Hardware Acceleration For Intel ) Jupiter or similar power saving app for 13.04? check my answer for full detail for Intel GPUs (for Intel HD Graphics as well as G45 and later): sudo apt-get install i965-va-driver libva-intel-vaapi-driver vainfo Configuration VLC Its in Tools > Preferences > Input & Codecs > Enable Use GPU ...


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This fixed it for me on Ubuntu 13.04: sudo modprobe drm_kms_helper echo N> /sys/module/drm_kms_helper/parameters/poll Apparently the drm_kms_helper module isn't loaded by default on 13.04? You may have to load it in your /etc/modprobe.d/ and then sett the poll parameter.


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I had the same problem on Samsung RC530. Graphics was functional until Nvidia drivers installed which messed up the drivers (I could log in in low resolution, monitor was not recognized at all). I have to say that answer provided by Alain worked. After removing Nvidia drivers in console mode and adding new configuration file everything was back to the old ...


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This might be slightly easier to use: WebUpd8 Just go to part 4, about graphics switching. Also, take a ook at this more detailed explanation, also at WebUpd8: http://www.webupd8.org/2013/02/bumblebee-31-released-with-primus.html


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Have you tried this command: sudo adduser $USER video then log out and login again.


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I had problems with some VGA cables that has DDC (display data channel) broken or not connected. I found this useful workaround using boot parameter to force kernel to see a disconnected VGA: video={conn}:{res}e conn should match xrandr device name res 1024x768 (or what ever you prefer) e means to enable the port (even if no device/monitor is detected). ...


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Yes you can. But I would go with Ubuntu 13.04, specially if it will be the only OS on your system. For more info about 13.04 check out the Release Notes To download 13.04 32Bit or 64Bit. If you have a reason for using 12.04, then you can download the 32Bit or the 64Bit Once you download the release that you like, you can burn 12.04 to a CD or 13.04 ...


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Yes. You can check the System Requirements if you want.


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Yes, should be just fine... I'm running Ubuntu on a compaq 6710b, Intel centrino and 2GB of RAM... have a look at this: Installation/SystemRequirements


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This answer worked for my Samsung Chronos laptop which uses Intel/AMD 6750 hybrid : How do I get AMD/Intel Hybrid Graphics drivers to work?


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I'm on a Dell Latitude E6410 and also get the blank purple screen on bootup. If I hit the power button, it will then show me a bit of the shutdown but then it stalls. I have been holding onto the power button the power off the laptop. If I boot up a few times, eventually I'll be able to reach the login and usually this means things will continue working ...


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The solution to this problem is to install unity-tweak-tool, sudo apt-get install unity-tweak-tool, go into Unity>Search and change Background Blur to OFF. You can also use CCSM to change this setting by going into desktop>unity plugin, and changing Dash Blur to No Blur.


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This works fine for me with Nvidia Optimus (Bumblebee) without any special configuration, just the defaults: #!/bin/bash # # Source: https://bbs.archlinux.org/viewtopic.php?id=140315 # r=`zenity --width 400 --height 250 --title "Display setup" --text "Choose display mode:" --list --column "Modes" "Internal" "External" "Clone" "Extended"` case "$r" in ...


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Figured it out! At some point during my OS reinstall, I managed to re-enable Optimus in the BIOS. I disabled Optimus in the BIOS again, rebooted, and voila! All is right with the world again.


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Try to update kernel 3.9. Boot on recovery mode, open the terminal and use this commands: cd /tmp wget http://dl.dropbox.com/u/47950494/upubuntu.com/kernel-3.9 -O kernel-3.9 chmod +x kernel-3.9 sudo sh kernel-3.9 sudo reboot PS: I have a hp 530 too and it works ;)


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Same here, Dell Latittude 2100 Intel Corporation Mobile 945GSE Express Integrated Graphics Controller (rev 03) The screen appears all black at boot. If I close and re-open the lid (that forces suspend) then the login screen apears.


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This should have been a bugreport and not a question suitable for this site but well, here we are ;) Next time, use the integrated "report a bug" wizard in the gui. So we can make sure bug reports reach me. This bug happened because the driver naming schema for the nvidia binary driver package changed from 'nvidia-current' to nvidia-< first 3 digits of ...


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Intel GMA 36xx chipsets are based on PowerVR SGX545. That is, Intel has licensed this chip from Imagination Technologies. I'm not sure the regular open source Intel drivers work with these chipsets, a different one may be provided. The poor performance is mostly due due to the open source driver not supporting 3D acceleration. If you use Ubuntu 12.04, you ...


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I am fairly sure this is impossible. The problem is that CedarView drivers are closed-source, outdated and Intel is no longer updating them. The driver supports 3.2 kernel only, and its DKMS module fails to compile under any newer kernel (including 13.04's kernel: 3.8). Because the driver's source is closed, neither Canonical nor Ubuntu developers are ...


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I think this guide is what you're looking for: http://ef.gy/ubuntu-cedarview-drivers


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You dont need to build any custom kernel for your Macbook 8,2 nowdays. following these two should suffice for you to get hybrid graphics running properly. Install Macbook 8,2 in efi mode To switch between graphics cards


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this is a old question, but maybe I can help someone else with this problem: I had the same problem, I have the same monitor (acer x193w) and I was not able to set the resolution correct (1440x900). the solution was very simple although I was looking for it for two days. This is the solution: go into the menu of the monitor, select reset and reset your ...


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vgaswitcheroo applies if there is a free driver from linux kernel and kernel modesetting is activated. So it should work if there is no fgrlx installed. I made my Sony VPCSA with similar setup (Intel 4000, Radeon 6600M) working. I replaced a line in /etc/defalut/grub (1): GRUB_CMDLINE_LINUX="video.allow_duplicates=1 radeon.modeset=1" It fixed the problem ...


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It looks I've solved this issue by adding "nomodeset" param to the grub settings. More info can be found here http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=1613132


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First of all, your complaining "You need to fix it" attitude is why no one responded to your question. Realize that you aren't paying anyone for Ubuntu, everyone's doing you a favor and working hard to make something that works for all of us. On to your question, try ensuring that all of your drivers are set proprietary under: System Settings > Software ...


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Solution is to install vanilla Ubuntu 13.04 and do not touch any nvidia / compiz / tweak tools otherwise you will gonna have bad time. Default configuration runs just fine. Before you will try some major changes run clonezilla and save yourselft precious time and do full backup. If you want to have nvidia drivers (e.g. because of 3d games) i wish you good ...


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Same story here, except after entering recovery menu I choose "boot with network support" - this mounts my drives and tries to start some networking. This makes screen output some text and freeze. But right after pressing CTRL+C, the normal login screen appears. I have some nvidia graphics card and it looks like my video drivers are ok.


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try creating a /etc/X11/xorg.conf file with this in it Section "Device" Identifier "Intel Graphics" Driver "intel" Option "AccelMethod" "uxa" EndSection then restart or run sudo service lightdm restart from a tty [Ctrl]+[Alt]+[F2]If that works please file a bug report using the command ubuntu-bug xorg


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Someone did it, it's in the “Old hybrid graphics works” thread posted by BastiFantasti. This guy's guide works http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=1930450&page=76 Hi there, I've managed to install the fglrx driver and use the external graphics adapter. The problem is the new intel graphics driver. Here's what I did: Ensure that ...


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This guy's guide works: http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=1930450&page=76 I've managed to install the fglrx driver and use the external graphics adapter. The problem is the new intel graphics driver. Here's what I did: Ensure that you have the deb files for the current AMD driver (created with --buildpkg as described in ...


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have you tried using xbacklight sudo apt-get install xbacklight # increase brightness xbacklight -inc # decrease brightness xbacklight -dec (edit: since you want to go below the normal min brightness use the script below) if that does not work you can edit this script or control it manually: http://pastebin.com/HzzHrS2g be sure to read the commends at the ...


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I have a dell Latitude E6500, and got the same problems the only solution I found was the following : Switch to console mode: Alt+Ctrl+F1 Kill x server: sudo service lightdm stop Remove nvidia drivers: sudo apt-get remove --purge nvidia* Generate new xorg.conf file: sudo X -configure -- this will create xorg.conf. A new file in your current dir Rename and ...


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You need to enter sudo aticonfig --initial after install and before restarting your system.


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1 - Download Catalyst 13.4 from AMD site (previous versions will not work). http://support.amd.com/us/gpudownload/Pages/index.aspx 2 - Install 32 bit libraries, type the following command on terminal: sudo apt-get install ia32-libs 3 - Install kernel headers, type the following command on terminal: sudo apt-get install linux-headers-generic 4 - ...


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Hi I've the same error on my Lenovo X200 with intel driven graphics, too. Have You found a solution or some hints. It's extrem complicate to describe this behavior on mail lists or bug trackers. I think You know what I mean ;) UPDATE: This URL points out that's an intel driver issue. I think we have to wait .....


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You can turn this off in BIOS by pressing F2 / Del / F10 on startup; go to Chipset configuration > Initial display mode > PCi-E and if there is a setting to change shared memory, change it to auto and the onboard graphics will disappear in Ubuntu, so it can only select one.



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