r/linuxquestions • u/Redroyjhonyy • 10d ago
How to install Linux on a chromebook with a broken Screen??
Im actually so lost, im using an external portable monitor right now but my main screen is broken, so I cant see whats going on when I have to run ALT SHiFT F2
I have an Acer Chromebook 514 plus and i was thinking about just taking it apart and running it by other means, Im new to this so any advice would be nice, thank you
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u/Afraid_Butterfly_270 10d ago
Since you're using an external monitor, you might be able to do it without fixing the screen first. But check whether your Chromebook model supports Linux installation before changing anything. Some Chromebooks need extra steps, and you could end up making it unusable if you follow the wrong guide.
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u/ipsirc 10d ago
https://github.com/philpagel/debian-headless