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Steps to create bootable pendrive

Welcome to the TCET Linux Installation guide! This comprehensive walkthrough will assist you in installing TCET Linux using a bootable pendrive. Follow this guide on the TCET Linux Website for a seamless installation experience.

You can use tools like Rufus, Balena Etcher, or Win32 Disk Imager to create a bootable USB drive. Follow the instructions provided by your chosen tool to flash the TCET Linux ISO to the USB drive.

Here's an example with Rufus

Step 1: Download TCET Linux​

Download the latest version from our official website.

Download TCET Linux

Step 2: Prepare the Bootable USB Stick with Rufus​

  1. Download and install Rufus on your Windows PC.
Download Rufus

  1. Open Rufus, granting necessary permissions.
Rufus Window

  1. Select your USB device under "Device" and choose the TCET Linux ISO by clicking on SELECT.
Rufus ISO Selection

  1. Configure the settings:
    • Ensure the partition scheme is MBR for compatibility with both BIOS and UEFI systems.
    • Click START.
Rufus Settings

  1. Choose DD mode in the pop-up menu and click OK. Be aware that all data on the USB will be erased.
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Ensure you select the correct drive to avoid data loss.

Step 3: Boot from USB​

  1. Insert the USB into your computer and restart.
  2. Access the BIOS menu (usually Delete, Escape, F9, or F10) before the Windows OS loads.
  3. Under "Boot Options," select "TCET Linux" and press Enter.
  4. If the screen freezes, wait for about 5 minutes; you should reach the login page.

Linux Users​

For Linux users, employ the 'dd' command in the terminal:

    sudo dd bs=4M if=/path/to/tcet-linux.iso of=/dev/sdX status=progress

After completing the bootable pendrive installation, your USB is ready. Proceed to the next section to learn how to install TCET Linux using a virtual machine.

Explore the potential of TCET Linux and enjoy a seamless open-source experience!

After successfully implementing the bootable pendrive installation of TCET Linux, we were ready with a bootable drive. Next, we will be seeing how we can do partitioning of the drive.