Set up Linux on SSD or HDD with dual boot capability.

1zambos
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01-09-2016, 06:07 AM

Consider your setup carefully. With a 240GB M.2 SSD and a 1TB HDD, you can dual boot both Kali and Windows. Decide which OS fits your needs best for each drive.

1zambos

01-09-2016, 06:07 AM #1

Consider your setup carefully. With a 240GB M.2 SSD and a 1TB HDD, you can dual boot both Kali and Windows. Decide which OS fits your needs best for each drive.

CrazyBessyCat
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01-09-2016, 08:19 AM

I would set up both operating systems on the SSD to achieve optimal performance. Windows would take the majority of the storage, perhaps around 64 to 100GB, while Linux could handle everything else. This arrangement offers flexibility, though it doesn't allocate much space for programs. It should suffice for everyday tasks.

CrazyBessyCat

01-09-2016, 08:19 AM #2

DantehIsGay
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01-10-2016, 03:07 AM

Linux performs adequately on an HDD, so I’d simply install it there while keeping the SSD reserved for Windows and other applications.

DantehIsGay

01-10-2016, 03:07 AM #3

Linux performs adequately on an HDD, so I’d simply install it there while keeping the SSD reserved for Windows and other applications.

GhostKiller612
Junior Member

01-10-2016, 06:50 AM

I’m concerned about making a mistake during one of the installs, wiping the drive and losing my Windows license.

GhostKiller612

01-10-2016, 06:50 AM #4

I’m concerned about making a mistake during one of the installs, wiping the drive and losing my Windows license.

FrightRider05
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01-11-2016, 10:23 PM

It's quite simple to set them up together on the same storage device.

FrightRider05

01-11-2016, 10:23 PM #5

It's quite simple to set them up together on the same storage device.

dhu666
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01-12-2016, 12:20 AM

It's simple—pick the option to install with Windows alongside in Linux. If you're concerned about compatibility, it's a good idea to create an image of your Windows installation.

dhu666

01-12-2016, 12:20 AM #6

It's simple—pick the option to install with Windows alongside in Linux. If you're concerned about compatibility, it's a good idea to create an image of your Windows installation.

ReelFishn
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01-12-2016, 12:25 AM

Optimal setup involves placing the SSD in a small partition (such as 15GB) and keeping /home on the HDD. This combines the rapid performance of the SSD with the ample storage capacity of the HDD.

ReelFishn

01-12-2016, 12:25 AM #7

Optimal setup involves placing the SSD in a small partition (such as 15GB) and keeping /home on the HDD. This combines the rapid performance of the SSD with the ample storage capacity of the HDD.

ivangutman
Junior Member

01-12-2016, 03:06 AM

Disconnect SSDs because Windows struggles with anything other than M.2 SSDs, and run Linux on the HDD since Linux performs well enough for most tasks

ivangutman

01-12-2016, 03:06 AM #8

Disconnect SSDs because Windows struggles with anything other than M.2 SSDs, and run Linux on the HDD since Linux performs well enough for most tasks