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We recommend that you include your IT staff to assist you in the Linux installation process, especially if you are not comfortable with the terms used here.
Minimal requirements
Before installing Linux and CalderaRIP, it is highly recommended to check the minimal requirements:
- The computer must have a storage space of at least 250 GB.
- An internet connection is recommended to improve the compatibility and performance of your computer during installation.
- Learn more about the minimal requirements by clicking here.
Once it has been established that the PC hardware supports CalderaRIP, we can proceed with the installation of Linux.
Warning
When installing a new operating system on a device that you use regularly, it is always advisable to back up your data before installation.
Accessing the BIOS
- The computer must be switched off. Insert the bootable USB flash drive that contains the Linux ISO file in any USB port of the computer.
- Some changes must be applied to the BIOS to ensure a proper installation process. Access to the BIOS when powering on the computer.
Tips & tricks
Depending on your computer brand, the shortcut to access the BIOS is different. You can find it with a simple Google search. Refer to the BIOS Key column of the list available on this website to help you.
- For DELL computers: Press F2 when powering on.
- For HP computers: Press F10 when powering on.
Configuring the BIOS
Not all BIOSs look the same, but in general, the same settings can be found. The following explanations are based on a DELL computer.
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The boot sequence must be correctly set up. Go to General > Boot Sequence. Make sure that the General USB Flash Disk is selected. The boot mode must be in UEFI mode.
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Go to System configuration > SATA Operation. Set the SATA operation as AHCI.
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Go to Secure Boot > Secure boot Enable. Make sure that "Secure Boot" is disabled.
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Most of the UEFI BIOSs are set by default to Secure Boot. This means that the system is secured and does not accept a new operating system installation coming from an external drive.
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Go to Post Behavior > Fastboot. Check that the Fastboot option is set to “Thorough”.
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The BIOS is now correctly configured. Click on Exit.
Booting from the USB flash drive
- To boot from the USB flash drive, launch the "boot menu" when starting the computer.
Tips & tricks
Depending on your computer brand, the shortcut to access the boot menu is different. You can find it with a simple Google search. Refer to the Boot Menu column of the list available on this website to help you.
- For DELL computers: Press F12 multiple times when starting the computer.
- For HP computers: Press Esc multiple times when starting the computer.
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In the boot menu, you can see that the USB flash drive is properly listed. Select it by using the keyboard arrows, and press Enter to confirm the selection.
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This will load the Linux ISO file content and start the Linux installation process.
Next step
Depending on the Linux distribution you are installing, go to the dedicated article to continue the process:
- Linux Ubuntu installation
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Linux Debian installation
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The Linux Debian installation article is for historical purposes only, as recent versions of Caldera software are no longer compatible with that operating system. If you require the installer, obtain it here and create the bootable disk as indicated before.