How to Install NVIDIA Drivers on Fedora 36

Fedora 36 users, beware! If you're experiencing issues with your NVIDIA drivers after upgrading from Fedora 35 or trying to install them using RPMFusion, you're not alone. This article aims to guide you through the troubleshooting process and provide a solution.

The problem arises when switching to TTY (Text Terminal) mode, where the screen freezes and displays artifacts. It's essential to note that this issue didn't occur in Fedora 35 or other Linux distributions with similar NVIDIA drivers (510.60 and 510.68).

To resolve this issue, follow these steps:

1. Install NVIDIA Drivers from RPMFusion: Ensure that you have installed the latest NVIDIA drivers using RPMFusion.

2. Verify Driver Installation: Double-check if the NVIDIA drivers are working correctly by checking your system logs or running a command like `nvidia-smi` to confirm their installation.

If you're still experiencing issues, upgrading to Fedora 36 might resolve the problem. However, it's crucial to note that this issue is specific to Fedora 36 with NVIDIA drivers from RPMFusion and switching to TTY mode.

Reporting the Bug

If you're facing this issue, please help us confirm by sharing your experience in the comments section below. Additionally, if you're willing to open a bug report regarding this problem, I'd be happy to guide you through the process of registering on RPMFusion's Bugzilla.

Unfortunately, due to SPAM concerns, domain accounts are now disabled. However, I managed to post my bug report in Red Hat's Bugzilla, which was subsequently closed and I was asked to report it to RPMFusion instead.

The Solution: Replacing fbdev with simpledrm

After further investigation, the issue has been identified as caused by replacing fbdev with simpledrm in Fedora 36. This change seems to be responsible for the freezing of TTY mode when using NVIDIA drivers from RPMFusion.

In conclusion, if you're experiencing issues with your NVIDIA drivers on Fedora 36, please try upgrading and installing the latest drivers from RPMFusion. If you're still facing problems, feel free to share your experience in the comments below or open a bug report regarding this issue.

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