Slackware HowTo

Migrate from LILO to GRUB on Slackware

Gradual transition with rollback option.

1. Preparation

Keep a working LILO entry and note the current kernel.

2. Install GRUB

Basic example:

grub-install /dev/sdX
grub-mkconfig -o /boot/grub/grub.cfg

3. Fallback

Optional: add chainload or keep LILO on another disk.

4. Test

Reboot and verify both main and fallback boot paths.

Quick checklist

[ ] Steps completed
[ ] Config updated
[ ] Service tested
[ ] Restart/rollback ready
[ ] Logs checked

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