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Old 02-28-2023, 06:08 PM   #1
DanceMan
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Thinkpad T500 no return from screen blank


Thinkpad T500 new to me, Intel graphics only with new install of MX Linux 21.3 xfce. When screen blanks after a period of no input it has come back once with ctr/alt/del, another time not. Black screen, cursor visible and responds to trackpoint but no display. Have not used Hibernate or closed the lid mindful of issues in linux. Any information on Thinkpad compatibility with Hibernate or lid closing or suggestions of settings changes I might make in xfce to deal with this greatly appreciated. Have not had this issue with other Thinkpads I have, T400, T410, T510, T530, all with MX linux older versions and current.

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Old 02-28-2023, 09:19 PM   #2
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MX Tools Menu => "MX Tweak" : "Other" tab :

check "Use Intel instead of modesetting ... "

"Apply" , reboot.

The above instructions solved the problem.
 
  


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