Dual Boot Ubuntu with Windows 11, Fix Missing GRUB Boot Menu
In today’s video, I’ll show you how to install Ubuntu Linux alongside Windows 11 on an old laptop.
This laptop was provided by the Akhilesh Yadav government in 2014. I'll walk you through the Ubuntu installation process, and more importantly, how to fix the issue where the GRUB Boot Menu doesn’t show up after installation. By the end of this video, you’ll have a fully functional dual-boot system ready to use!
Step-by-Step Process Covered in the Video
1- Pre-Installation Setup:
Ensure your laptop has Windows 11 installed and working.
Download the Ubuntu ISO: https://ubuntu.com/download/desktop
Create a bootable USB using Rufus: https://rufus.ie/downloads/
Install Ubuntu Linux:
2- Boot your laptop using the Ubuntu bootable USB.
Select the "Install Ubuntu alongside Windows"
Complete the installation and restart your laptop.
3- Fix Missing GRUB Boot Menu:
Open the Terminal and run the following command:
cat /etc/default/grub
Open the files app and type the following directory in the address bar
admin:///etc/default
Edit grub with text editor edit these two lines
GRUB_TIMEOUT_STYLE=menu
GRUB_TIMOUT=10
Go to terminal again and run the following command:
sudo update-grub $ reboot
4- Restart the laptop. The GRUB menu should now appear, allowing you to choose between Windows 11 and Ubuntu.
Test Your Dual Boot Setup:
Reboot your laptop and confirm that the GRUB bootloader shows both Windows 11 and Ubuntu options.
Benefits of Dual Booting:
Windows 11: Great for general tasks, gaming, and productivity.
Ubuntu Linux: Perfect for coding, development, and lightweight performance.
🔗 Download Links:
Ubuntu Linux ISO: https://ubuntu.com/download/desktop
Rufus Bootable USB Tool: https://rufus.ie/downloads/
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