Linux mint
Linux mint
Do you need help deciding whether to boot from the SD card or the main hard drive? You can't start Mint directly in Windows without virtualization tools.
You need to remove the Windows installation media from your laptop. Since it isn’t recognized as a bootable drive, you’ll have to use a recovery tool or reinstall the OS.
Typically SD card readers aren't compatible with the BIOS. They work with SD cards in Windows using the right drivers. I recommend using a flash drive to build a bootable device for installing Mint on that 97.6GB partition instead of erasing Windows. This serves as a backup if you face compatibility problems. Edited July 27, 2017 by Homeless_Pineapple
I need more details about what you're installing and your system requirements. Could you clarify the specifics?
Copying operating system files to another disk won't create a bootable setup. Refer to the guidance at https://itsfoss.com/guide-install-linux-...ot-windows for instructions on installing Mint onto your new partition.
Download the Linux Mint ISO version two. Create a bootable USB with Linux Live USB Creator or Rufus 3. Start your computer via the USB drive (enter the boot menu key). 4. After booting, choose the install Linux Mint option and proceed with the steps. 5. When prompted for installation location, pick the partition you made earlier.
The ISO file won't let the boot loader (grub) start, which means you can't begin the operating system. Shura's post provides details on making a live USB or DVD image and booting from it to access installation tools. You may need to adjust your BIOS boot priority to enable USB/DVD booting. There are many YouTube tutorials that walk through Linux (and possibly Mint) installation with clear instructions. While Mint handles most setup, you'll still have to manually update the kernel occasionally.