Setting up Linux Mint on my latest Dell Inspiron 14 7420
Setting up Linux Mint on my latest Dell Inspiron 14 7420
I disabled secure boot, Intel Platform Trust, and Microsoft UEFI CA in the BIOS. Fast boot is controlled by the settings—check if it's minimal or thorough. Secure Boot operates in either deployed mode or audit mode; you'll need to configure it accordingly.
In BIOS settings, you should configure all relevant options. For VT for direct I/O, adjust accordingly. When enabling Intel speedstep, set it as desired. C-states require specific control settings. Pre-boot DMA support needs activation or deactivation based on your needs. OS kernel DMS support should be enabled or disabled as required. Battery configuration should follow standard defaults unless otherwise specified. Thermal management options allow you to choose between ultra performance or other modes.
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Mint enables secure boot. Are you sure you don’t need to turn it off?
In BIOS settings, you should configure all relevant options. For VT for direct I/O, adjust accordingly. When enabling Intel speedstep, set it as desired. C-states require specific control settings. Pre-boot DMA support needs activation or deactivation based on your needs. OS kernel DMS support should be enabled or disabled as required. Battery configuration should follow standard settings. Thermal management options include ultra performance or other levels.
Thermal control depends on your setup—unless your laptop stays plugged in constantly or you ignore battery longevity. Generally, no major adjustments are needed except turning off secure boot for certain distributions.