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KDE Neon Installation Guide

KDE Neon is a distribution that provides the latest version of the KDE Plasma desktop environment. It's perfect for those who want the newest KDE features and a polished desktop experience. KDE Neon is based on Ubuntu, so it offers the stability and support of Ubuntu with cutting-edge KDE software.

Requirements:

  • A computer with a 64-bit processor
  • At least 2GB of RAM (4GB recommended)
  • At least 15GB of free disk space (20GB+ recommended)
  • A USB drive (minimum 4GB) or a DVD to create a bootable installation media

Step 1: Download KDE Neon

  1. Visit the official website: https://neon.kde.org/download
  2. Select the User Edition (the most common version) and choose the 64-bit architecture.
  3. Download the ISO file to your computer.

Step 2: Create a Bootable USB or DVD

  1. Download and install a tool like Rufus (Windows) or Etcher (Linux/macOS) to create a bootable USB drive.
  2. Insert your USB drive into your PC.
  3. Open the tool (e.g., Rufus or Etcher), and select the downloaded KDE Neon ISO file.
  4. Choose the USB drive as the target device and click Start (or Flash! in Etcher) to create the bootable drive.
  5. If using a DVD, burn the ISO file to the DVD using your preferred burning software.

Step 3: Boot from the USB or DVD

  1. Insert the bootable USB or DVD into the computer you want to install KDE Neon on.
  2. Restart the computer and press the appropriate key to enter the boot menu (usually F12, Esc, or F10 depending on your manufacturer).
  3. Select the USB drive or DVD as the boot device and press Enter.

Step 4: Try or Install KDE Neon

  1. Once KDE Neon loads, you will be given the option to Try KDE Neon or Install KDE Neon.
  2. If you want to test it before installation, select Try KDE Neon. If you're ready to install, click Install KDE Neon.

Step 5: Language and Keyboard Layout

  1. Choose your language from the list and click Continue.
  2. Select your keyboard layout (default is usually fine), then click Continue.

Step 6: Prepare Installation Type

  1. You will be asked where you want to install KDE Neon.
  2. If you want to erase the entire disk and install KDE Neon, select Erase disk and install KDE Neon.
    • Warning: This will delete everything on your disk, so be sure to backup important files.
  3. If you want to dual-boot with another OS (like Windows), select Install KDE Neon alongside your current OS.
  4. For advanced users, you can choose Something else to manually partition the disk.

Step 7: Select Time Zone

  1. The installer will automatically detect your timezone based on your location.
  2. Verify the timezone and click Continue.

Step 8: User Setup

  1. Enter your name, computer name (hostname), username, and password.
  2. Select whether you want to log in automatically or need a password to log in.
  3. Click Continue once you’ve filled in the details.

Step 9: Installation Process

  1. KDE Neon will begin installing. This may take a while, depending on your system’s speed.
  2. The installer will copy files, install the system, and configure your computer.

Step 10: Finish Installation

  1. Once the installation is complete, you will be prompted to Restart Now.
  2. Before restarting, make sure to remove the installation media (USB or DVD).
  3. Click Restart Now and your computer will reboot into KDE Neon!

Step 11: Post-Installation Setup

  1. Once logged in, check for system updates by opening the Discover Software Center or running the following command in the terminal:
sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade
  1. Install NVIDIA or AMD graphics drivers (if applicable) using the following commands in the terminal:
  • For NVIDIA: 
    sudo apt install nvidia-driver
  • For AMD: 
    sudo apt install xserver-xorg-video-amdgpu

Or

sudo ubuntu-drivers autoinstall
  1. Reboot the system to apply the changes.
  2. You can also install additional software through the Discover Software Center or using apt in the terminal.
  3. Customize your KDE Plasma environment to suit your preferences.

Troubleshooting:

  • If KDE Neon doesn’t boot after installation, double-check your boot order in the BIOS and make sure the hard drive with KDE Neon is set as the first boot device.
  • For any issues with graphics drivers, ensure the correct drivers are installed via terminal or the Additional Drivers tool in KDE.

Congratulations, you now have KDE Neon installed! Enjoy the latest KDE Plasma experience on your system.