I am trying to install Ubuntu 22.04 LTS using a bootable USB (official ISO), but I am running into a strange issue. After selecting “Install Ubuntu,” the installer loads to the “Preparing to install Ubuntu” screen and then just hangs.
The spinning animation keeps running but it never proceeds to the disk partitioning step. I’ve tried both online and offline installations & the problem persists.
I have already tried switching versions (e.g., 20.04), used different USB creation tools (Rufus, BalenaEtcher) & even disabled Secure Boot and Fast Boot in BIOS. The machine is a ThinkPad X230 which used to run Ubuntu fine in the past.
I suspect it might be related to a recent firmware update / a bug in the installer. The live session Salesforce Developer Training works perfectly it’s only the installer that freezes. Checked Ubuntu Desktop Installation Tutorial (Official English Guide) guide related to this and found it informative. Has anyone experienced this before? Is there a workaround, like launching the installer manually or skipping this screen? I’d really appreciate any help I am stuck at this point and can’t proceed with the install.
Thank you !!