Plain black screen background on Boot: Ubuntu Linux on HPE ProLiant ML370 G5

[romromillys]

Hi guys,

Full plain Black screen background appears when I boot my HPE ProLiant ML370 G5 server with Ubuntu Desktop. I can access the GRUB menu and boot in recovery mode, but regular booting leads to the black screen.

Here is what i have tried so far:

• Enabled proprietary repositories.
• Updated the system via GUI and CLI.
• Installed and enabled LightDM.

None of these have resolved the issue. Do I need to use recovery mode every time, or is there a permanent fix for this? Suggestions are welcome!

[support_s]

System recommended content:

1. HP ProLiant ML370 G5 Server - Overview

2. HPE ProLiant ML370 G5 Server - Customer Self Repair Parts

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[ngnear]

Are you able to access BIOS or are there any POST?
If there are no errors on BIOS and the server completes the POST and boots to Recovery/Safe mode, there could be an issue on the OS front.

Please check with the OS vendor for any corruption on the OS end.

[support_s]

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