In this article, I will discuss how to fix the Grub Rescue Error: No Such Partition.
“Identifying the Problem”
When encountering the Grub Rescue Error: No Such Partition, the first step is to identify the root of the issue. This error typically occurs when the Grub bootloader cannot locate the specified partition where the operating system is installed.
To identify the problem, start by accessing the Grub Rescue prompt. Once in the prompt, use the “ls” command to list all available partitions and devices. Look for the correct partition where the operating system is located.
If the partition is not found, it may indicate a problem with the partition table or the filesystem. Check for any recent changes to the system that could have caused the issue, such as a failed installation or disk corruption.
Next, try to manually set the correct partition:
– Type “ls” to list the available partitions.
– Identify the correct partition where the operating system is installed.
– Use the following commands to set the correct partition:
– set root=(hdX,Y)
– set prefix=(hdX,Y)/boot/grub
– insmod normal
– normal
By identifying the problem and setting the correct partition, you can resolve the Grub Rescue Error: No Such Partition and successfully boot into your operating system.
“Booting from Live USB/CD”
To fix the Grub Rescue Error “No Such Partition,” you may need to boot from a Live USB or CD. This can help you access your system and make the necessary repairs.
First, insert your Live USB or CD into your computer and restart it. You may need to change the boot order in your BIOS settings to prioritize the USB or CD drive.
Once your computer boots from the Live USB or CD, you can access your system and try to repair the error. This may involve reinstalling the Grub bootloader or fixing any partition issues.
Follow the instructions provided by your Linux distribution to repair the Grub Rescue Error “No Such Partition.” Make sure to carefully follow each step to ensure a successful resolution.
After completing the repair process, restart your computer without the Live USB or CD. Your system should now boot up properly without encountering the Grub Rescue Error “No Such Partition.”
“Repairing the GRUB Installation”
- Boot into a Live CD/USB
- Insert the Live CD/USB into your computer.
- Restart your computer and boot from the Live CD/USB.
- Identify the Linux Partition
- Open a terminal window.
- Type sudo fdisk -l to list all partitions on your hard drive.
- Identify the partition where your Linux installation is located.
- Mount the Linux Partition
- Create a mount point by typing sudo mkdir /mnt/temp.
- Mount the Linux partition by typing sudo mount /dev/sdXY /mnt/temp, replacing sdXY with your Linux partition.
- Reinstall GRUB
- Install GRUB by typing sudo grub-install –root-directory=/mnt/temp /dev/sdX, replacing sdX with your Linux drive.
- Update GRUB by typing sudo update-grub.
“Recovering Lost Partitions”
If you have lost partitions on your computer due to a Grub Rescue Error, there are steps you can take to recover them.
First, boot into a live CD or USB of your operating system.
Open a terminal and use a partition recovery tool like TestDisk to scan for lost partitions.
Follow the on-screen instructions to recover the lost partitions.
Once the partitions are recovered, you can reboot your computer and access your data as normal.
Recovering lost partitions can be a daunting task, but with the right tools and guidance, you can successfully restore your data.
FAQs
How do I fix GRUB rescue mode?
To fix GRUB rescue mode, you should first check if a rescue/repair VM was created. Then, inspect the /boot file system to identify any missing components. If the GRUB configuration file is missing, reinstall GRUB and regenerate the configuration file. Lastly, ensure that the file permissions in the /boot file system are correct.
How to remove GRUB from partition?
To remove GRUB from a partition, you can select the hard drive, assign it a drive letter, and then delete the GRUB folder.
How do I select a partition in GRUB?
To select a partition in GRUB, you can use the set command to view environment variables, the ls command to list available partitions, find the partition containing the boot directory, and set that partition as the value of the root variable.
