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Re: [LUG] GRUB Problem while installing Kubuntu 8.10

 

kevin wrote:
> execute 'find /boot/grub/stage1' at grub> prompt. post output here.
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> On Sat, 2009-02-07 at 18:16 +0000, John Hansen wrote:
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>> I have been installing Kubuntu 8.10 on an old laptop.
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>> The installation ground to a halt during the installing of files.
>> Ultimately the laptop switched off.
>> On restarting I get this:
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>> "GRUB Loading Stage 1.5.
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>> GRUB loading, please wait
>> Error 15"
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>> What does this mean and how do I proceed?
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>> Advice most welcome.
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>> John W
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Kevin,

I would like to try your suggestion but all I get is the above message.

I have tried pressing F2 to get to setup and F12 to check boot sequence
but nothing other than the same message.

I am stuck!

John W

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