Ubuntu stops working after additions.

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wiz1
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Joined: 10. Nov 2009, 20:15
Primary OS: MS Windows XP
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Guest OSses: ubuntu

Ubuntu stops working after additions.

Post by wiz1 »

I added guest additions to a ubuntu guest, and now after I log it, it shows whatever was over the screen when you bring it up. AKA, no graphics.
Sasquatch
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Re: Ubuntu stops working after additions.

Post by Sasquatch »

Checked my howto? Can you still log on to a TTY by switching to one using Host key + F2?
Read the Forum Posting Guide before opening a topic.
VirtualBox FAQ: Check this before asking questions.
Online User Manual: A must read if you want to know what we're talking about.
Howto: Install Linux Guest Additions
Howto: Use Shared Folders on Linux Guest
See the Tutorials and FAQ section at the top of the Forum for more guides.
Try searching the forums first with Google and add the site filter for this forum.
E.g. install guest additions site:forums.virtualbox.org

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