Scott Ford wrote: > Hello, > I attempted to run the live cd on a toshiba a55 notbook. I could > not get ubuntu to boot up. Would you know how to get it to boot? > Sorry, I don't know what the problem might be with that particular machine. I don't see it in this list of tested Toshiba laptops: https://wiki.ubuntu.com/HardwareSupportMachinesLaptopsToshiba Laptops sometimes have ACPI problems. You might try booting with *acpi*=off added to the boot parameter list (pressing F6 at initial boot screen). You'll probably more precise advice on the ubuntu user mailing list or in the forums. Henrik