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vbetool

Uses lrmi in order to run code from the video BIOS

  • cli-app
  • CLI
  • HARDWARE
  • DISPLAY
  • Launchable
  • Runs in terminal
official+codex · reviewed · May 29, 2026 description in en

Description

Calls selected video BIOS routines from Linux for low-level display or power-management tasks on older hardware. It is useful for specialized troubleshooting where normal graphics drivers cannot perform the needed BIOS operation.

This is a risky low-level hardware utility. Running video BIOS code can affect display state or suspend behavior, so use it only with clear instructions and a recovery path.

How to run

vbetool

Commands: vbetool

Permissions

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