Recent content by Mike Oxmall

4 Hi mate 4 bad blocks were found i tried to repair them but unfortunately I don't think it worked. I cant even copy and paste as the internet doesnt seem to working either

Big thanks guys, I will probably opt for a SSD then and buy it online, but before I do I will take a pic of the back of my laptop and post it here so I can be sure to get the correct SSD later.

Isit difficult to install the HDD on the laptop? If it isnt I'll pick one up off eBay or Amazon

Ill don't even know how to check the diagnostics im that basic at this stuff

Most likely grab a used hp from online with a years warranty, had this laptop for over 7yrs now its time has finally came lol

Thanks Brickwizard ill get onto that now

Oh dear looks like ill have to grab another laptop

Did you manage to fix the issue?

Linux lite on an Acer, just happened randomly as it was running fine at first

Thank you KG I'll see if that helps, I've not internet access on it, no apps are updating it eventually does load the login screen but nothing seems to work on the terminal

Hi guys, Been busy with work and not had much time to mess around with my laptop which was working fine yesterday but today unfortunately i am receiving this error message when booting up, I have no idea how to get back into my login page, Added a picture to show what exactly I am receiving...

Thanks for that RossD i didn't even know that page existed ha, Having a look through now, still trying to configure my vpn to work and that's a losing battle alone

Thanks RossD, Ill definitely be popping over to them forums too and introducing myself to them. Still learning how to install apps with the commands and making a hash of them but slowly finding my way around with me not being that tech savvy

Quick update guys, Ended up running Linux lite as its less demanding on my hardware; First of all a big thank you to everyone who helped me with the installation instructions and a huge thanks Brickwizard who's been assisting me through PM even with the attack yesterday. The only issue I ran...

I thank you so much RossD, I am very happy I joined the forum. Ive been getting some advice from one of the kind members on PM and have done as instructed so far so hoping to let you know how my linux journey continues soon. Ill be sure to PM you too as you've been very helpful buddy.