How do I create a bootable USB stick with Debian?
Creating a bootable USB stick with Debian is a simple process that can be done in a few steps. This tutorial will guide you through the process of downloading the Debian ISO file, downloading the USB Image Writer, inserting the USB stick, launching the USB Image Writer, selecting the ISO file, selecting the USB stick, writing the ISO file, and booting from the USB stick.
Step 1: Download the Debian ISO File
The first step is to download the Debian ISO file. This can be done by visiting the Debian website and selecting the version of Debian you would like to download. Once you have selected the version, click the “Download” button and the ISO file will begin downloading.
Step 2: Download the USB Image Writer
The next step is to download the USB Image Writer. This can be done by visiting the balenaEtcher website and clicking the “Download” button. Once the download is complete, install the USB Image Writer on your computer.
Step 3: Insert the USB Stick
Once the USB Image Writer is installed, insert the USB stick into your computer. Make sure the USB stick is empty and has enough space to store the ISO file.
Step 4: Launch the USB Image Writer
Once the USB stick is inserted, launch the USB Image Writer. This can be done by double-clicking the USB Image Writer icon on your desktop.
Step 5: Select the ISO File
Once the USB Image Writer is open, select the ISO file you downloaded in Step 1. This can be done by clicking the “Select Image” button and navigating to the location of the ISO file.
Step 6: Select the USB Stick
Once the ISO file is selected, select the USB stick you inserted in Step 3. This can be done by clicking the “Select Drive” button and selecting the USB stick from the list of available drives.
Step 7: Write the ISO File
Once the ISO file and USB stick are selected, click the “Flash!” button to begin writing the ISO file to the USB stick. This process may take a few minutes to complete.
Step 8: Boot from the USB Stick
Once the ISO file is written to the USB stick, you can boot from the USB stick. This can be done by restarting your computer and selecting the USB stick from the boot menu. Once the USB stick is selected, the Debian installation process will begin.