Installing Octlitch

This guide covers installing Octlitch from the live environment.

1. Boot the live USB

Insert the Octlitch USB drive and boot your computer from it. Depending on your firmware, you may need to choose the USB device from the boot menu.

From the Octlitch boot menu, select:

Start Octlitch and install Octlitch

2. Try the live environment

Before installing, check that important hardware works correctly.

Wi-Fi or Ethernet
Display and graphics
Keyboard and mouse
Audio
Bluetooth if required

3. Start the installer

Open the Octlitch installer from the live desktop.

Follow the installer through language, keyboard, storage, timezone and user account configuration.

Important

Review the storage configuration carefully before beginning installation. Partitioning changes can permanently erase data.

4. Storage

The installer can use automatic partitioning for a dedicated Octlitch installation, or manual partitioning for more advanced layouts and dual-boot configurations.

If you are unsure which option to use, back up your files before continuing.

5. Begin installation

Confirm the installation summary and begin the installation. The installer will copy the system to disk and configure the bootloader.

6. Restart

When installation is complete, restart the computer and remove the installation USB when prompted.

Next: First boot →