OS-Install

Ubuntu Installation Instructions

Overview

These instructions explain how to install the latest version of Ubuntu from a flash drive and manually partition the drive.

Steps

1. Download Ubuntu

Download the ISO file for the latest version of Ubuntu from the website. Using a flashing tool to flash the ISO to the flash drive.

2. Shut Down the Computer

Shut down the computer completely.

3. Insert the Drive

Insert the hard drive or flash drive that contains the Ubuntu installer.

4. Boot From the Drive

Turn on the computer and press F12 to open the boot menu.

Choose the file or drive that contains the Ubuntu installer.

When prompted, select:

Try or Install Ubuntu

5. Check the Ubuntu Version

Once Ubuntu starts, open the terminal and check that you are using the correct version.

Run:

lsb_release -a

6. Continue the Installation

Continue through the Ubuntu installer until you reach the partitioning section.

Choose manual partitioning.

7. Remove Old Partitions

Click the minus button to remove older Ubuntu versions or any other partitions you no longer need from the drive.

Be careful not to delete your Windows partition unless you intend to erase Windows.

8. Create a New Partition

Click the plus button to create a new partition in the nvme0n1 section.

Create a new Ubuntu partition in the unallocated space on the NVMe drive, such as nvme0n1. Make sure you are not deleting the Windows, EFI, or recovery partitions unless you intend to erase them. Leave enough space for Windows if you are dual-booting.

9. Finish Installation

Continue through the installer and complete the Ubuntu installation.

Restart the computer when prompted.

Notes

• Make sure important files are backed up before deleting or resizing partitions.
• Double-check which partition belongs to Windows before making changes.
• The drive name may look similar to nvme0n1, but it can vary depending on your computer.