When I try installing ubuntu the screen goes black and says "cannot display video mode".

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cmcgarr
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I don't know what is wrong i have tried it twice now and got the same thing. I have checked the disk for errors and none have appeared what is wrong?

Ali Ross
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Does the screen you are using support the video mode Linux is trying to push down it? When you try installing Linux choose the Safe Video mode

bigboy803
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