FC2-test1 reboot loop on install fail

[jelks]

Sorry Linux newb here. I have successfully installed RH9 to the box I am having problems with. The box will boot from the CD-ROM and get to the "General" Screen where the boot: prompt is. After typing any command the system will run vmlinuz....... and then initrd.rc (something like that), then go to a blank screen with a blinking cursor. After 5 or 10 seconds it reboots.

I have tried to install using linux text, linux mediacheck, linux noprobe, linux mem=128M, linux resolution=640x480. Everytime does same thing. I have used the media to test install on another box and it works fine.

The box is an AMD-K6/300, 3GBHD, CD and floppy, 128MB SDRAM (PC100).

Where can I start to troubleshoot this monster.

Jelks

[tchung]

It seems you're having problem with graphics card.
Try "linux nofb"

BTW, were you able to install FC1 Stable Release?

Thomas

[jelks]

I have not tried FC1 stable. I am going to try and get the iso's tonight. I tried linux nofb as well and nothing would get it past the vmlinuz, initrd.rc, Ready! Reboot loop. I will try tonight if I can get all the iso's. I will let you know how I make out.

I am open for other suggestions as well. Could I edit any files, or use different drivers? RH9 loads perfectly on this box..... hmmm.. Anyway, I will try FC1 and see where we stand.

Jelks

[jelks]

Ok well I'm up with Fedora Core 1. no problems whatsoever. I am curious as to what has changed with FC2.test1. I wonder if they did not include a driver or library to accomodate my box.

So current status is RH9 installs perfect, FC1 installs perfect, and FC2.test1 crashes on boot after vmlinuz and initrc.rd.img or something.

Jelks

[tchung]

Well, that's why they call it "Test Release"

Perhaps, you have better chance with FC2-Test2 which released today.

Thomas

Hi,

I'm trying to install fedora core 2, and I'm having the same problem. Did you find out a way to solve it?

Thanks,

Andre