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Create a quick diagnostics bundle

Collect logs, hardware info, and service status in one file before asking for help.

Time: 10 min Updated: 2026-04-07 Keywords: journalctl inxi systemctl --failed

Why this helps

Support requests get solved faster when logs, hardware, and failed services are provided up front. A standard bundle removes guesswork.

How to verify

Your support post should now include reproducible details. Helpers can propose targeted fixes instead of generic troubleshooting steps.

Steps

  1. Create a text file containing distro version and kernel.
  2. Add hardware output from inxi and failed services list.
  3. Add relevant journal logs for the last boot.
  4. Remove private data before sharing publicly.

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