linux boot parameter not working

but to use a non graphical 'normal' boot you need

Code:

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boot: somekernel vga=normal

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or

Code:

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boot: ohnokernel vga=ext

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for the HR text mode ;)

Code:

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man lilo.conf

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in your shell will give you some more info on the vga= option (allmost at the bottom)..

Or you could simply make another entry that doesn't use the video or the initrd for that matter. Plain text assured :)