I aim to set up MX Linux (KDE) alongside Windows 10 on a secondary SSD that’s already running an NVMe SSD.
I aim to set up MX Linux (KDE) alongside Windows 10 on a secondary SSD that’s already running an NVMe SSD.
Choose the secondary SSD during installation, and all components will be placed on that drive.
It functioned correctly and created a new EFI partition. After setting it as the boot priority in BIOS, I accessed the GRUB menu and could launch either Linux or Windows. When I chose the Windows bootloader in BIOS, it transitioned directly to Windows. I wasn't sure about the current process for bootloaders. For others attempting this, enabling "other OS" might be necessary to disable secure boot if it's active in your BIOS. Otherwise, Linux launches won't work. My motherboard is an Asus model, which could affect behavior with different boards.
It wasn't ideal for high-resolution screens, so I moved to Mint because the monitor configuration was poor and the text looked fuzzy. It seems to work well with older systems, though. My 4K TV caused similar issues, making the fonts look blurry even at 1080p. Adjusting DPI helped, but it was still frustrating given how often high-res displays are used today. Mint offered a much smoother experience.
Great to hear your hardware is up and running. Regarding MX, similar challenges arise with Debian-based distros. I tend to favor antiX, Devuan, or Miyo for better compatibility. Debian can be quite frustrating sometimes. I chose Enchantment OS mainly for its user-friendly experience with hardware. Thanks and have fun!