ubuntu 12.04 run off pendrive(usb) opens with black screen

Asked by Leon tyler

i installed ubuntu on a usb after formatting the usb, i rebooted my laptop (acer aspire 5332) i then ran ubuntu, clicking run off usb and it opens with a black screen, but when i use an RGB lead from my laptop to the tv it works fine, but then it wont let me log in any help?

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actionparsnip (andrew-woodhead666) said :
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What video chip does it use?

Thanks

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Leon tyler (leon-tyler) said :
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it is Mobile Intel(R) 4 Series Express Chipset Family

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actionparsnip (andrew-woodhead666) said :
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Try a boot option:

nomodeset

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Leon tyler (leon-tyler) said :
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how do I do that?

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actionparsnip (andrew-woodhead666) said :
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Not thought to maybe...look online a little?

http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=1613132

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