How to Install Debian Step-by-Step?

Learn how to install Debian step-by-step with this comprehensive guide. Follow the instructions to set up Debian on your system hassle-free.

  Debian   Jul 7, 2024   0   46  Add to Reading List
How to Install Debian Step-by-Step?

Installing Debian involves several steps, including preparing your installation media, configuring your system, and completing the installation process. Here's a step-by-step guide:

1. Prepare Installation Media

  1. Download Debian ISO:

    • Visit the Debian website and download the appropriate ISO file for your system (e.g., Debian 12.x "Bookworm").

  2. Create Bootable USB Drive:

    • Use a tool like Rufus (Windows), balenaEtcher (Windows/Mac/Linux), or the dd command (Linux) to create a bootable USB drive with the downloaded ISO file.

2. Boot from Installation Media

  1. Insert the USB Drive:

    • Insert the bootable USB drive into your computer.

  2. Restart Your Computer:

    • Reboot your computer and enter the BIOS/UEFI settings (usually by pressing a key like F2, F12, Esc, or Del during startup).

  3. Set Boot Order:

    • Change the boot order to boot from the USB drive.

  4. Save and Exit:

    • Save your changes and exit the BIOS/UEFI settings.

3. Start the Installation

  1. Select Install Option:

    • When the Debian installer menu appears, select Install or Graphical Install.

  2. Select Language:

    • Choose your preferred language.

  3. Select Location:

    • Choose your country or region.

  4. Configure Keyboard:

    • Select your keyboard layout.

4. Configure Network

  1. Hostname:

    • Enter a hostname for your system (e.g., debian).

  2. Domain Name:

    • If you are part of a domain, enter the domain name; otherwise, you can leave it blank.

  3. Network Configuration:

    • Configure your network settings (usually DHCP will auto-configure).

5. Set Up Users and Passwords

  1. Root Password:

    • Enter a strong password for the root user.

  2. Create a User:

    • Enter the full name and username for a new user account.

  3. User Password:

    • Enter a strong password for the new user account.

6. Partition Disks

  1. Partitioning Method:

    • Choose a partitioning method (Guided - use entire disk is the easiest).

  2. Select Disk:

    • Select the disk to partition.

  3. Partition Scheme:

    • Choose a partition scheme (All files in one partition is the simplest).

  4. Write Changes:

    • Confirm to write changes to the disk.

7. Install Base System

  1. Base System Installation:
    • The installer will install the base system. This process may take some time.

8. Configure Package Manager

  1. Scan Another CD/DVD:

    • If you have additional CDs/DVDs, you can scan them; otherwise, select No.

  2. Debian Archive Mirror:

    • Select a Debian archive mirror country and server.

  3. HTTP Proxy:

    • If you use a proxy, enter the proxy information; otherwise, leave it blank.

9. Install Software

  1. Popularity Contest:

    • Choose whether to participate in the package usage survey.

  2. Software Selection:

    • Select the software you want to install (e.g., Debian desktop environment, web server, SSH server, etc.).

10. Install GRUB Boot Loader

  1. Install GRUB:

    • Choose Yes to install the GRUB boot loader.

  2. Select Device:

    • Choose the device to install the boot loader (usually the primary disk).

11. Finish Installation

  1. Complete Installation:

    • Once the installation is complete, select Continue to reboot the system.

  2. Remove Installation Media:

    • Remove the USB drive when prompted.

12. First Boot

  1. Login:
    • After the system reboots, log in with the user account you created during the installation.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Debian on your computer.

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