My guess is you didn't actually installed everything. Take a look at [this][1]. > Be aware that `base` as it stands does not currently contain:<br/> > - A kernel<br/> > - An editor<br/> ... and other software that you might expect. **You will have to install these separately on new installations.** Please make sure to always follow step by step the [Arch Wiki Installation guide][2]. [1]: https://www.archlinux.org/news/base-group-replaced-by-mandatory-base-package-manual-intervention-required/ [2]: https://wiki.archlinux.org/index.php/Installation_guide#Install_essential_packages