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The Best Way to Dual Boot Windows and Ubuntu
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The Best Way to Dual Boot Windows and Ubuntu

How to Dual Boot Windows and Ubuntu

Introduction to Dual Booting

  • The video introduces the concept of dual booting Windows and Ubuntu, emphasizing the benefits of utilizing a high-performance workstation for both operating systems.
  • The host, Techno Tim, invites viewers to join his live streams on Twitch for further questions about the content discussed in the video.

Advantages of Bare Metal Installation

  • Virtualization options exist (local, remote, WSL), but running Ubuntu directly on hardware offers superior performance.
  • The guide focuses on setting up a dual boot system using UEFI instead of legacy BIOS for easier management and fewer complications.

Requirements for Installation

  • Essential requirements include:
  • A Windows PC or laptop already running Windows.
  • A USB pen drive with at least 8GB capacity.
  • A second hard drive for installing Ubuntu to maintain separation from the Windows installation.

Preparing for Installation

  • Download the latest LTS version of Ubuntu and Etcher software to create a bootable USB drive.
  • Steps include plugging in the USB drive, selecting the downloaded ISO file in Etcher, and flashing it onto the USB drive.

Setting Up Hardware

  • If not already installed, add a second hard drive by opening your computer case and connecting it properly.
  • After installation, check that the new disk is recognized in Disk Management by accessing it through right-clicking on Start Menu or using Run command (disk mgmt.msc).

Booting from USB Drive

  • Reboot your system and select your boot device (e.g., F8 or F10). Choose the created USB device to start installation.
  • For users with NVIDIA graphics cards, it's recommended to select "Ubuntu Safe Graphics" during installation due to potential display issues.

Installing Ubuntu

  • Follow prompts after verifying your thumb drive. Select language preferences and choose normal installation along with downloading updates during setup.

How to Install Ubuntu Alongside Windows

Choosing the Installation Type

  • The installation type can be selected from three options: "Install Ubuntu alongside Windows," "Erase disk and install Ubuntu," or "Something else." The speaker recommends choosing "Erase disk and install Ubuntu" to avoid complications with repartitioning.

Selecting Drives for Installation

  • After selecting the installation type, users can choose their drives. The absence of partition information simplifies the selection process, allowing for a straightforward choice of the drive for installation.

Completing the Installation Process

  • Users are guided through setting up their time zone, computer name, username, and password before proceeding with the final steps of installing Ubuntu. This process may take a few minutes.

Booting into Ubuntu

  • Upon completion of the installation, users must remove the installation media before rebooting. Successful booting into GRUB indicates that both Ubuntu and its bootloader have been installed correctly.

Verifying System Functionality

  • After logging in to Ubuntu, users should check if NVIDIA video drivers are installed by searching for 'NVIDIA.' Proper detection of hardware signifies that everything is functioning well within the operating system.

Managing Dual Boot Options

Restarting and Accessing Boot Options

  • To verify dual boot functionality, users restart their machine and select their boot drive. Both Windows and Ubuntu should appear as options during this process.

Changing Default Boot Order

  • If users prefer Windows to be their default operating system upon startup, they need to access BIOS/UEFI settings to change the boot order so that Windows is prioritized over Ubuntu.

Confirming Successful Dual Boot Setup

  • Once changes are saved in BIOS/UEFI settings, restarting will lead directly into Windows. This confirms successful setup of a dual boot system where either OS can be accessed without issues.

Final Thoughts on Linux Installation

Flexibility with Operating Systems

  • Having separate drives for each operating system allows users to experiment with different versions or flavors of Linux without jeopardizing existing installations on either side.

Community Engagement

  • Viewers are encouraged to share their experiences regarding Linux installations in comments or join live streams for further assistance on related topics.

Personal Anecdote about 'Ubuntu'

Video description

Dual booting Windows and Ubuntu Linux can be a pain however there are many benefits do doing this if you do it right. In this tutorial we'll discuss how to dual boot Windows and Ubuntu on your PC or laptop in a few simple steps so that you can take advantage of all the hardware in your "best" machine with full access to your GPU. Video Notes: https://technotim.live/posts/dual-boot-windows-ubuntu/ See my hard drive recommendations here ►https://kit.co/technotim/best-ssd-hard-drive-flash-storage Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/technotim Sponsor me on GitHub: https://github.com/sponsors/timothystewart6 Subscribe on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/technotim Become a YouTube member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOk-gHyjcWZNj3Br4oxwh0A/join Merch Shop 🛍️: https://l.technotim.live/shop Gear Recommendations: https://l.technotim.live/gear Get Help in Our Discord Community: https://l.technotim.live/discord 2nd channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TechnoTimTalks (Affiliate links may be included in this description. I may receive a small commission at no cost to you.) 00:00 - Intro 00:55 - Why dual boot Windows and Linux? 02:08 - What will you need? 02:47 - Preparing you machine for dual boot 04:36 - Installing Ubuntu 07:02 - First boot of Ubuntu 08:12 - Adjusting your boot order in UEFI 09:09 - Does our Windows boot still work? 09:29 - Things to consider when dual booting 10:39 - Stream Highlight - How do you pronounce Ubuntu? "Slow Burn" is from Harris Heller's album Lights. License: https://l.technotim.live/sb-music-license #Ubuntu #Windows #TechnoTim Thank you for watching!