Troubleshooting NVIDIA Driver 535.129.03 Installation Issue on Fedora 39

Are you facing issues while installing the NVIDIA Driver 535.129.03 on your Fedora 39 system? Don't worry, we're here to help you troubleshoot the problem and get your driver up and running smoothly. In this article, we'll guide you through the troubleshooting steps in an easy-to-understand manner. Let's get started!

Step 1: Verify System Requirements

Before we begin troubleshooting, let's ensure your system meets the requirements for installing the NVIDIA driver. Here are the minimum system requirements:

• Operating System: Fedora 39
• Kernel Version: 5.15 or later
• Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce 400 series or newer
• Internet Connection: Required for driver download

Make sure your system meets these requirements before proceeding to the next steps.

Step 2: Update Fedora Packages

It's important to have the latest system updates before installing the NVIDIA driver. Open a terminal and execute the following commands:

This command will update all the packages on your Fedora system. Enter your password when prompted and wait for the process to complete.

Step 3: Disable Nouveau Driver

The Nouveau driver, which is the open-source driver for NVIDIA graphics cards, can conflict with the official NVIDIA driver. To avoid any conflicts, we need to disable the Nouveau driver. Follow these steps:

1. Create a new file named blacklist-nouveau.conf in the /etc/modprobe.d/ directory. You can use the following command to create the file:
sudo nano /etc/modprobe.d/blacklist-nouveau.conf
2. Add the following lines to the file:
blacklist nouveau
options nouveau modeset=0
3. Save the file and exit the text editor.

Now, regenerate the kernel initramfs to apply the changes. Execute the following command:

Reboot your system for the changes to take effect.

Step 4: Download the NVIDIA Driver

Now, let's download the NVIDIA driver package from the official website. Follow these steps:

1. Visit the NVIDIA driver download page at https://www.nvidia.com/Download/index.aspx.
2. Fill in the required information, such as your graphics card details and operating system.
3. Click on the "Search" button to find the appropriate driver for your system.
4. Download the driver package to your preferred location.

Make sure to choose the correct driver version for your Fedora 39 system.

Step 5: Install the NVIDIA Driver

Once you have downloaded the driver package, follow these steps to install it:

1. Open a terminal and navigate to the directory where the driver package is located.
2. Make the installer executable by running the following command:
chmod +x NVIDIA-Linux-x86_64-535.129.03.run
3. Run the installer with root privileges:
sudo ./NVIDIA-Linux-x86_64-535.129.03.run
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

After the installation is complete, reboot your system to load the NVIDIA driver.

Step 6: Verify Driver Installation

Once your system has rebooted, let's verify if the NVIDIA driver is installed correctly. Open a terminal and execute the following command:

If the NVIDIA System Management Interface (nvidia-smi) displays information about your graphics card without any errors, congratulations! The driver installation was successful.

In this article, we walked you through the troubleshooting steps to resolve the NVIDIA Driver 535.129.03 installation issue on Fedora 39. By following these steps, you should now have the NVIDIA driver installed and working smoothly on your system.

If you encounter any further issues or have any questions, feel free to reach out to our support team for assistance. We're here to help!