Installing Linux Mint Cinnamon

Step 1 – Download Linux Mint Cinnamon

Download the Linux Mint Cinnamon ISO file from the official Linux Mint website.

Step 2 – Create a Bootable USB Flash Drive

Use Rufus to create a bootable USB flash drive using the Linux Mint Cinnamon ISO file.

Step 3 – Insert the Bootable USB

Insert the bootable USB flash drive into the computer where Linux Mint Cinnamon will be installed.

Step 4 – Turn On or Restart the Computer

Turn on the computer, or restart it if it is already running.

Step 5 – Open the Boot Menu

Wait for the manufacturer's logo (such as Acer, Dell, HP, or Lenovo) to appear on the monitor.

Once the logo appears, repeatedly press the F12 key until the Boot Menu opens. Do not press or spam F12 before the logo appears, as the computer may not recognize the key press.

Note: The computers used in our laboratory use the F12 key to access the Boot Menu. Other computer brands may use a different key, such as Esc, F9, or F11.

Step 6 – Select the USB Flash Drive

From the Boot Menu, select the USB flash drive and press Enter.

Step 7 – Start Linux Mint Cinnamon

When the Linux Mint boot menu appears, select Start Linux Mint Cinnamon and wait for the desktop to load.

Step 8 – Open the Installer

On the desktop, double-click the Install Linux Mint icon.

Step 9 – Choose Your Language

Select your preferred language, then click Continue.

Step 10 – Choose Your Keyboard Layout

Select the correct keyboard layout, then click Continue.

Step 11 – Install Multimedia Codecs (If Prompted)

If the Install multimedia codecs option appears, check the box, then click Continue.

Step 12 – Choose the Installation Type

Select Erase disk and install Linux Mint, then click Install Now.

Warning: This option will erase all existing data on the selected drive. Make sure any important files have been backed up before continuing.

Step 13 – Confirm the Changes

A confirmation message will appear showing the changes that will be made to the disk.

Click Continue to proceed.

Step 14 – Select Your Time Zone

Choose your location or time zone, then click Continue.

Step 15 – Create Your User Account

Enter the following information:

• Your Name
• Computer Name
• Username
• Password

If you want the computer to log in automatically without asking for your password each time it starts, select Log in automatically.

After completing all the required fields, click Continue.

Step 16 – Wait for the Installation to Finish

Linux Mint Cinnamon will begin copying files and installing the operating system. This process may take several minutes, depending on your computer.

Do not skip this step. Do not turn off the computer, restart it, close the installer, or remove the USB flash drive while the installation is in progress.

Wait patiently until the installer displays a message indicating that the installation has been completed successfully. Only then should you click Restart Now.

Step 17 – Restart the Computer

Click Restart Now.

Step 18 – Remove the USB Flash Drive

When prompted, remove the USB flash drive and press Enter.

Step 19 – Log In

After the computer restarts, log in using the username and password you created.