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= Flashing Linux on Various Computer Brands =


This page provides detailed instructions for installing Linux on computers from several top brands. It includes troubleshooting tips for common issues encountered during the installation process.
This page provides detailed instructions for installing Linux on computers from several top brands. It includes troubleshooting tips for common issues encountered during the installation process.


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== Table of Contents ==
== Table of Contents ==
* [[#general-preparation|General Preparation]]
* [[#brand-specific-instructions|Brand-Specific Instructions]]
** [[#key-table|Key Table for BIOS/UEFI Access]]
** [[#dell|Dell]]
** [[#hp|HP]]
** [[#lenovo|Lenovo]]
** [[#asus|ASUS]]
** [[#acer|Acer]]
* [[#common-installation-issues-and-troubleshooting|Common Installation Issues and Troubleshooting]]
* [[#additional-resources|Additional Resources]]


= [[#general-preparation|General Preparation]] =
= [[#brand-specific-instructions|Brand-Specific Instructions]] =
#'' [[#dell|Dell]]
#'' [[#hp|HP]]
#'' [[#lenovo|Lenovo]]
#'' [[#asus|ASUS]]
#'' [[#acer|Acer]]
= [[#common-installation-issues-and-troubleshooting|Common Installation Issues and Troubleshooting]] =
= [[#additional-resources|Additional Resources]] =
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== General Preparation ==
== General Preparation ==
Before flashing Linux, ensure the following steps are completed:
* '''Backup Data''': Always back up important data to an external drive or cloud storage.
* '''Create a Bootable USB Drive''': Use tools like Rufus or Balena Etcher to create a Linux bootable USB drive. [[bootable-usb|Guide Here]]
* '''Update BIOS/UEFI''': Ensure your BIOS/UEFI firmware is up-to-date to avoid compatibility issues.


Before flashing Linux, ensure the following steps are completed: - '''Backup Data''': Always back up important data to an external drive or cloud storage. - '''Create a Bootable USB Drive''': Use tools like Rufus or Balena Etcher to create a Linux bootable USB drive. [[bootable-usb|Guide Here]]
== Brand-Specific Instructions ==


'' '''Update BIOS/UEFI''': Ensure your BIOS/UEFI firmware is up-to-date to avoid compatibility issues.
=== Key Table for BIOS/UEFI Access ===
The table below summarizes the key combinations to access BIOS/UEFI for different computer manufacturers.


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== Brand-Specific Instructions ==
|+
! Manufacturer !! Keys !! Comments
|-
| Dell || F2 || Press during boot to access BIOS settings. Disable "Secure Boot" under the "Security" tab.
|-
| HP || F10 || Press as the computer starts to enter BIOS. Enable "Legacy Support" for USB boot.
|-
| Lenovo || F1 or F2 || Tap either key when the Lenovo logo appears. Change from UEFI to Legacy if needed.
|-
| ASUS || F2 or Delete || Press when the ASUS logo shows. Adjust Boot Priority to select USB first.
|-
| Acer || F2 || Press the key as the Acer logo appears. Set the USB as the first boot device in the sequence.
|}


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=== Dell ===
=== Dell ===
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==== Accessing BIOS/UEFI ====
==== Accessing BIOS/UEFI ====
* Restart your Dell computer and press '''F2''' during boot to enter BIOS settings.
* Navigate to the “Boot” tab and change the boot order to prioritize the USB drive.
==== Secure Boot ====
* Disable “Secure Boot” to allow Linux to install, which is typically found under the “Security” tab.


'' Restart your Dell computer and press '''F2''' during boot to enter BIOS settings. #### Boot from USB
'' Navigate to the “Boot” tab and change the boot order to prioritize the USB drive. #### Secure Boot
'' Disable “Secure Boot” to allow Linux to install, typically found under the “Security” tab.
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=== HP ===
=== HP ===
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==== Accessing BIOS/UEFI ====
==== Accessing BIOS/UEFI ====
* Press '''F10''' as your HP computer starts to enter BIOS settings.
==== Legacy Support ====
* In BIOS, enable “Legacy Support” to allow booting from USB.


'' Press '''F10''' as your HP computer starts to enter BIOS settings. #### Legacy Support
'' In BIOS, enable “Legacy Support” to allow booting from USB.
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=== Lenovo ===
=== Lenovo ===
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==== Accessing BIOS/UEFI ====
==== Accessing BIOS/UEFI ====
* Tap the '''F1''' or '''F2''' key when the Lenovo logo appears.
==== UEFI/Legacy Boot ====
* Change the boot mode from UEFI to Legacy if facing issues with the USB boot.


'' Tap the '''F1''' or '''F2''' key when the Lenovo logo appears. #### UEFI/Legacy Boot
'' Change the boot mode from UEFI to Legacy if facing issues with the USB boot.
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=== ASUS ===
=== ASUS ===
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==== Accessing BIOS/UEFI ====
==== Accessing BIOS/UEFI ====
* Press '''F2''' or '''Delete''' when the ASUS logo shows.
==== Boot Priority ====
* Adjust the Boot Priority to ensure the USB drive is selected first.


'' Press '''F2''' or '''Delete''' when the ASUS logo shows. #### Boot Priority
'' Adjust the Boot Priority to ensure the USB drive is selected first.
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=== Acer ===
=== Acer ===
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==== Accessing BIOS/UEFI ====
==== Accessing BIOS/UEFI ====
* Press the '''F2''' key as soon as the Acer logo appears.
==== Setting Boot Order ====
* Prioritize the USB drive in the boot sequence to start the Linux installation.


'' Press the '''F2''' key as soon as the Acer logo appears. #### Setting Boot Order
'' Prioritize the USB drive in the boot sequence to start the Linux installation.
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== Common Installation Issues and Troubleshooting ==
== Common Installation Issues and Troubleshooting ==


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=== Issue 1: System Stuck on Brand Logo ===
=== Issue 1: System Stuck on Brand Logo ===
* '''Solution''': Check if “Secure Boot” is disabled in BIOS settings.


'' '''Solution''': Check if “Secure Boot” is disabled in BIOS settings.
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=== Issue 2: No Bootable Device Found ===
=== Issue 2: No Bootable Device Found ===
* '''Solution''': Switch the boot mode from UEFI to Legacy or vice versa, depending on your system setup.


'' '''Solution''': Switch the boot mode from UEFI to Legacy or vice versa, depending on your system setup.
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=== Issue 3: Black Screen After Booting from USB ===
=== Issue 3: Black Screen After Booting from USB ===
* '''Solution''': Modify the Linux boot parameters by adding <code>nomodeset</code> before booting.


'' '''Solution''': Modify the Linux boot parameters by adding <code>nomodeset</code> before booting.
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=== Issue 4: Installation Freezes ===
=== Issue 4: Installation Freezes ===
* '''Solution''': Try using a different USB port or re-creating the bootable USB drive.


'' '''Solution''': Try using a different USB port or re-creating the bootable USB drive.
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== Additional Resources ==
== Additional Resources ==
 
* [https://ubuntu.com/tutorials/install-ubuntu-desktop#1-overview Ubuntu Installation Guide]
'' [https://ubuntu.com/tutorials/install-ubuntu-desktop#1-overview Ubuntu Installation Guide]
* [https://linuxmint-installation-guide.readthedocs.io/en/latest/ Linux Mint Installation Documentation]
* [https://linuxmint-installation-guide.readthedocs.io/en/latest/ Linux Mint Installation Documentation]


This guide aims to smooth the Linux installation process across different computer brands by addressing common challenges and providing brand-specific BIOS/UEFI configuration steps.
[[Category:Linux Installation]]
[[Category:BIOS Configuration]]
[[Category:Linux]]
[[Category:Virtual Environment]]

Latest revision as of 02:18, 15 January 2025

Flashing Linux on Various Computer Brands

This page provides detailed instructions for installing Linux on computers from several top brands. It includes troubleshooting tips for common issues encountered during the installation process.

Table of Contents

General Preparation

Before flashing Linux, ensure the following steps are completed:

  • Backup Data: Always back up important data to an external drive or cloud storage.
  • Create a Bootable USB Drive: Use tools like Rufus or Balena Etcher to create a Linux bootable USB drive. Guide Here
  • Update BIOS/UEFI: Ensure your BIOS/UEFI firmware is up-to-date to avoid compatibility issues.

Brand-Specific Instructions

Key Table for BIOS/UEFI Access

The table below summarizes the key combinations to access BIOS/UEFI for different computer manufacturers.

Manufacturer Keys Comments
Dell F2 Press during boot to access BIOS settings. Disable "Secure Boot" under the "Security" tab.
HP F10 Press as the computer starts to enter BIOS. Enable "Legacy Support" for USB boot.
Lenovo F1 or F2 Tap either key when the Lenovo logo appears. Change from UEFI to Legacy if needed.
ASUS F2 or Delete Press when the ASUS logo shows. Adjust Boot Priority to select USB first.
Acer F2 Press the key as the Acer logo appears. Set the USB as the first boot device in the sequence.

Dell

Accessing BIOS/UEFI

  • Restart your Dell computer and press F2 during boot to enter BIOS settings.
  • Navigate to the “Boot” tab and change the boot order to prioritize the USB drive.

Secure Boot

  • Disable “Secure Boot” to allow Linux to install, which is typically found under the “Security” tab.

HP

Accessing BIOS/UEFI

  • Press F10 as your HP computer starts to enter BIOS settings.

Legacy Support

  • In BIOS, enable “Legacy Support” to allow booting from USB.

Lenovo

Accessing BIOS/UEFI

  • Tap the F1 or F2 key when the Lenovo logo appears.

UEFI/Legacy Boot

  • Change the boot mode from UEFI to Legacy if facing issues with the USB boot.

ASUS

Accessing BIOS/UEFI

  • Press F2 or Delete when the ASUS logo shows.

Boot Priority

  • Adjust the Boot Priority to ensure the USB drive is selected first.

Acer

Accessing BIOS/UEFI

  • Press the F2 key as soon as the Acer logo appears.

Setting Boot Order

  • Prioritize the USB drive in the boot sequence to start the Linux installation.

Common Installation Issues and Troubleshooting

  • Solution: Check if “Secure Boot” is disabled in BIOS settings.

Issue 2: No Bootable Device Found

  • Solution: Switch the boot mode from UEFI to Legacy or vice versa, depending on your system setup.

Issue 3: Black Screen After Booting from USB

  • Solution: Modify the Linux boot parameters by adding nomodeset before booting.

Issue 4: Installation Freezes

  • Solution: Try using a different USB port or re-creating the bootable USB drive.

Additional Resources

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