How to Create a Bootable USB Drive for Ubuntu 24.04 LTS
How to Create a Bootable USB Drive for Ubuntu 24.04 LTS | Easy Step-by-Step Guide To install or test out the well-known Linux distribution Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, you must first create a bootable USB drive. Whether you want to replace your current operating system, dual-boot, or simply test it out, this guide will help you get started. To make a bootable USB drive for Ubuntu 24.04 LTS on a Windows computer, follow these instructions. 🎯 Detailed Instructions:- 📌 Step 1:- Download Ubuntu 24.04 LTS ISO:- 1. Navigate to the [Ubuntu download page](https://ubuntu.com/download/desktop) using your web browser. 2. Save the Ubuntu 24.04 LTS ISO file to your computer after downloading it. 📌 Step 2:- Install Rufus after downloading it:- 1. Visit [https://rufus.ie/], the [Rufus website]. 2. Install Rufus on your Windows computer after downloading the most recent version. 📌 Step 3:- Get Your USB Drive Ready:- 1. Connect a USB drive to your PC that has at least 8 GB. Be aware that all data on the USB drive will be deleted during this process, so make sure you have backed up any crucial files. 2. Let Rufus open. Click "Yes" to let the app make changes if User Account Control asks you to. 📌 Step 4:- Choose the ISO File in Rufus:- 1. Rufus ought to recognize your USB drive on its own. Otherwise, choose it from the drop-down "Device" menu. 2. Select the "SELECT" button next to "Boot selection" and navigate to the Ubuntu 24.04 LTS ISO file's saved location. Click "Open" after selecting the ISO file. 📌 Step 5:- Set Up Rufus Preferences:- 1. If you want to use the USB drive on a BIOS or UEFI system, make sure "Partition scheme" is set to "MBR". You can select "GPT" for systems that are UEFI-only. 2. Verify that "File system" is configured to "FAT32". 3. Most users should be able to use the default settings. Stick with Rufus's default settings if you're not sure. 📌 Step 6:- Begin the Process of Creation:- 1. Click the "START" button at the bottom of the Rufus window after all the settings have been set up. 2. You will receive a warning from Rufus that all of the data on the USB drive will be erased. Press "OK" to continue. 3. The bootable USB drive creation process will start. This could take a few minutes. 📌 Step 7:- USB Drive completion and ejection:- 1. Rufus will be marked as "READY" once the procedure is finished. 2. To close Rufus, click "CLOSE". 3. Remove the USB drive from your PC safely. 📌 Step 8:- Use the USB drive to boot up:- To install or test Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, first insert the USB drive into the computer. 2. Enter the BIOS/UEFI settings after restarting the computer (usually by pressing a key like F2, F12, DEL, or ESC during startup). 3. Prioritize booting from the USB drive by altering the boot order. After saving the modifications, close the BIOS/UEFI settings. 4. The Ubuntu installation screen should now appear when your computer boots up from the USB drive. 🎯 Extra Advice:- ***Persistent Storage**: You can set up a live USB with persistent storage in Rufus by defining a persistent partition size. This will enable you to save files and modifications between sessions. **Troubleshooting**: Try using a different USB port and make sure USB boot is enabled in your BIOS/UEFI settings if you are having trouble booting from the USB drive. You can quickly make a bootable USB drive for Ubuntu 24.04 LTS and begin installing or exploring Ubuntu on your computer by following these steps. Remember to subscribe, like, and share for more tech tips and tutorials! #ubuntu2404 #bootableusb #linuxtutorial #ubuntulinux #techguide #linuxforbeginners #operatingsystem #usbdrive #softwaretutorial #opensource
