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OpenSUSE Tumbleweed KDE Installation Guide

OpenSUSE Tumbleweed is a rolling-release Linux distribution that offers the latest and most stable software available. It is designed for advanced users who prefer cutting-edge software while maintaining stability. The KDE version of OpenSUSE Tumbleweed provides a visually stunning, modern desktop environment with powerful customization options.

Requirements:

  • A computer with a 64-bit processor
  • At least 2GB of RAM (4GB recommended)
  • At least 20GB of free disk space (25GB+ recommended)
  • A USB drive (minimum 8GB) or a DVD to create a bootable installation media

Step 1: Download OpenSUSE Tumbleweed KDE

  1. Visit the official website: https://get.opensuse.org/tumbleweed/?type=desktop#download
  2. Choose the 64-bit version and click Download.
  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 OpenSUSE Tumbleweed 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 OpenSUSE Tumbleweed 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 OpenSUSE Tumbleweed KDE

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

Step 5: Language and Keyboard Layout

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

Step 6: Prepare Installation Type

  1. You will be asked where you want to install OpenSUSE Tumbleweed.
  2. If you want to use the entire disk for OpenSUSE Tumbleweed, choose 'Guided Setup' and allow the installer to automatically partition the disk.
    • 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 OpenSUSE alongside your current OS.
  4. For advanced users, you can choose Custom partitioning 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 Next.

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 Next once you’ve filled in the details.

Step 9: Installation Process

  1. OpenSUSE Tumbleweed will begin installing. This may take some time, 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 Reboot.
  2. Before restarting, make sure to remove the installation media (USB or DVD).
  3. Click Reboot Now and your computer will restart into OpenSUSE Tumbleweed!

Step 11: Post-Installation Setup

  1. After logging in, check for system updates by running the following command in the terminal:
sudo zypper refresh 
sudo zypper update
  1. You can also install additional software via YaST (the graphical system management tool) or through the terminal using zypper:
sudo zypper install [package-name]
  1. For NVIDIA graphics, you may need to install the proprietary drivers:
sudo zypper install x11-video-nvidiaG05

Older GPU models may need the number to be replaced with 4 instead of 5.

  • Reboot the system after installation.
  1. If you have any AMD graphics, the open-source amdgpu driver should be installed automatically. However, you can check for updates by running:
sudo zypper install xorg-x11-driver-video-amdgpu

Troubleshooting:

  • If OpenSUSE Tumbleweed doesn’t boot after installation, double-check your boot order in the BIOS and make sure the hard drive with OpenSUSE is set as the first boot device.
  • For NVIDIA graphics driver issues, try using the NVIDIA repository:
sudo zypper ar http://download.nvidia.com/opensuse/tumbleweed nvidia sudo zypper install x11-video-nvidiaG05 sudo zypper refresh sudo zypper update

Enjoy OpenSUSE Tumbleweed with the sleek KDE Plasma desktop!