How to switch kernel? (Should I even?) | Linux Mint Community🍵 | Page 1

final solar Sep 20, 2024, 6:47 AM

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Hi,

I can see that my current kernel is End of Life, and that linux update manager already installed the latest kernel automatically (6.8.0-45). However, when I press on the newest kernel, as shown in picture, I cannot switch/use it. Theres only "remove" options available.

pallid silo Sep 20, 2024, 7:52 AM

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Run uname -r.

final solar Sep 20, 2024, 8:09 AM

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pallid silo Run `uname -r`.

uname -r
6.5.0-1027-oem

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It doesn't change it?

pallid silo Sep 20, 2024, 8:11 AM

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Try booting to Grub by rebooting your device and clicking Esc after the manufacturer logo pops up and before the Mint icon is shown.

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Send me a picture of your screen if you succeed in doing so.

astral basalt Sep 20, 2024, 10:07 AM

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From your screenshot it seems you already have kernel 6.8 installed, but currently using 6.5. To change it, boot your pc \ notebook holding Shift.
You should see GRUB menu, go to advanced options, and choose which kernel to boot.

Grub should remember your choice for future boots

#How to switch kernel? (Should I even?)