How to Install Linux Mint with NVIDIA Driver

Linux Mint is a popular open-source operating system based on Ubuntu. However, installing an NVIDIA driver can be a bit tricky for some users. In this article, we will provide a step-by-step guide on how to install the NVIDIA driver on Linux Mint.

Firstly, ensure that your system's PATH is set correctly by running the command `echo $PATH` in your terminal. The output should include `/usr/local/sbin:/usr/local/bin:/usr/sbin:/usr/bin:/sbin:/bin`. If this is not the case, you can adjust your PATH variable accordingly.

Next, download the Nvidia-installer log file from `/var/log/nvidia-installer.log` and use it to install `libglvnd-dev`. Create a new file named `nf` containing the command `blacklist nouveau` and update the initial ramdisk by running the following commands:

```

sudo apt-get install libglvnd-dev

echo 'blacklist nouveau' > /etc/modprobe.d/nf

update-initramfs -u

```

Remove any existing NVIDIA driver installed on your system and reboot to ensure a clean installation.

Rename the downloaded package to `n` and move it to your Home directory (`/home/user-name`). It is recommended to create a Timeshift snapshot before proceeding with the installation to ensure that you can roll back to your previous state if anything goes wrong.

For this tutorial, we will be using the NVIDIA-525.89 driver from the official Nvidia website. You can download it from 'here'(https://www.nvidia.com/download/index.aspx). Make sure to select the correct version for your system architecture (32-bit or 64-bit).

Once you have downloaded the package, rename it to `n` and move it to your Home directory. Then, follow these steps:

1. Open a terminal and navigate to your Home directory: `cd /home/user-name`

2. Install the driver by running the following command: `sudo ./nvidia-installer -s`

3. Follow the prompts to complete the installation

After the installation is complete, you can verify that the NVIDIA driver is installed correctly by running `nvidia-smi` in your terminal.

In conclusion, installing an NVIDIA driver on Linux Mint is a relatively straightforward process. By following these steps and using the correct package, you should be able to get your system up and running with the latest NVIDIA drivers.

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