Black screen after installing new graphics card

[Aravisian]

@Hedders

I'm on Zorin 18 Pro, kernel 6.17.0-20-generic, nVidia driver version 580.126.09.

Also, I recommend using the 6.18 kernel if possible or even falling back to the 6.14

The 6.17 (depending on point release) has had notorious problems negotiating with Nvidia cards.

[HOW TO] Easily install a later Kernel (Needs Net Connection)

Updated as of Mar 28 2025 To install the Mainline Installer: add the repository: sudo add-apt-repository ppa:cappelikan/ppa Update sources and install: sudo apt update && sudo apt install mainline Launch Mainline from App Menu or terminal, and select the kernel you wish to test. To use TuxInvader Kernel: These are not Microsoft signed, so Secure Boot must be disabled in BIOS Settings. Add repository: If using Zorin OS 16: sudo add-apt-repository ppa:tuxinvader/lts-mainline If usi…