Nvidia graphics card not showing up in lspci

Just another of of an endless list of shenanigans that M$ perpetuates on unsuspecting Linux users.

Another thing you can try when Windows has messed with proper hardware detection is to do the following.

  • Fully power down your computer.

  • Remove all power sources including any battery packs.

  • Hold the power button down for 20 seconds to fully drain any residual power.

  • Power up without any battery pack if using a laptop.

  • Sometimes resetting the bios back to the factory default is also required.

Windows, the gift that just keeps on giving. With friends like that, who needs enemies?

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