Ubuntu on Minix NEO NGC N512

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Ubuntu Version:
24.04 LTS

Problem Description:
I try to install Ubuntu on this new PC.

  • Intel Core i5-12600H
  • NEO NGC N512
  • M.2 2280
  • Iris Xe Graphics

Booting only with limited graphics from USB drive

UEFI, but no “secure boot”

Installing works well.

editing grub to “nomodeset”

reboot - short splash screen → screen goes in power safe mode .

what to try next:

  • install Ubuntu 25.10 (with hope of newer graphics driver)
  • not installing proprietary graphic drivers

both did not change anything - still only black screen

with CTRL ALT Fç nothing changes, so no terminal available.

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Have you tried the HDMI cable in the other HDMI port on the system? It seems to have 2

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I am unclear as to what the problem is. I do know this. There are no proprietary video drivers for Intel Iris Xe graphic adapters. They are not needed. The i915 driver is built into the Linux kernel.

I have the same driver on my system with Intel UHD graphics.

Why are you editing Grub to “nomodeset?” That is sometimes needed to get the Ubuntu ISO image to load. It should not be needed with Intel graphics. With Nvidia, may be.

With nomodeset you prevent the graphic drivers from loading. Hence, the reboot to a black screen.

How well does Ubuntu run in TRY Ubuntu mode. The TRY mode does not use proprietary video drivers.

What do you mean when you say: “Installing works well?” In my mind an installation works well if I end up with a satisfactory working operating system.

Regards

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thanks a lot. of course this is it…

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