We are creating a series of YouTube videos under the “edu-“ label to guide users through the migration from ArcoLinux to Arch Linux. These tutorials aim to make the transition process smoother by explaining each step clearly and providing practical examples. Whether you’re switching to gain more control or to learn vanilla Arch, our edu- videos are here to support your journey.

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Fix your ArcoLinux or Arch Linux computer with these 2 tips

If you recognize these symptoms then this article can help you : 

  • black screen at bootup
  • bootup starts but halts
  • bootup starts but halts and you see why – error message
  • lightdm shows but is unresponsive
  • lightdm shows – desktop is unreachable
  • …

Solution 1

When your system crashes, you might still be able to go into a TTY.

 

CTRL + ALT  + F2, F3, F4, F5 and F6

Virtualbox : RIGHT-CTRL +F2, F3, F4, F5 and F6

TTY = TeleTYpewriter

Then retrace your steps. 

Did you install something wrong?
Did you change the config?
Do you need to update or downgrade?

Use the alias rip to see what you installed last.

Solution 2

Use the power of arch-chroot.

If you can not use TTY to change your computer, this will be your last resort procedure.

It will get you back up and running. Tutorial is here.