using old hardware if possible

[newnerd]

I managed to download iso to dvd now how do i go about getting the mx linux on to my pc.

[richb]

Your best resource is the user manual., Manuals at the top right of the Forum. Installation instructions start at Section 2.

[newnerd]

I figured out how to burn dvd. but how do i get whats on the dvd to run on my pc. I did not think switching from windows10 to mx linux would be this difficult

[richb]

I figured out how to burn dvd. but how do i get whats on the dvd to run on my pc. I did not think switching from windows10 to mx linux would be this difficult

It is really not that hard. Did you take my advice and read the manual on installation?

[newnerd]

I read the manual . But how do I get the Mx linux operating system onto my pc so I can get rid of windows10. I have been trying for several hours and I still don't know how to get the dvd to download the mx linux onto my computer.
P.S> It's only easy if you know how/or have done it before. Any help would be appreciated , Thank you.

[Fibogacci]

I figured out how to burn dvd. but how do i get whats on the dvd to run on my pc. I did not think switching from windows10 to mx linux would be this difficult

I suppose/hope you didn't COPY your ISO file to DVD, but you did choose option eg. "Burn ISO to DVD".

If that is correct, just put your DVD disc into your DVD drive and turn on your computer (or restart/reset).

Usually it should be ok and MX Linux should boot from DVD. If not (Windows is booting first or nothing happens), you must change boot order in your computer's BIOS/UEFI. Do you know what is BIOS/UEFI and its settings and how to change it?

When you run sucessfully MX Linux (Live session), on your desktop (left top corner) you will find icon "Installer". Click on it, it will run MX Linux Installer (which installs MX Linux to your hard drive).

Follow the instructions.

But first - DO backup of any important files from your Windows installation (if there are any important files to you).

[j2mcgreg]

I figured out how to burn dvd. but how do i get whats on the dvd to run on my pc. I did not think switching from windows10 to mx linux would be this difficult

Here's a suggestion: do a search on Google to see if there is a L.U.G (Linux Users Group) in your city or town. If there is, approach them and ask for help with the initial install. I know that the Toronto Lug hosts install fests periodically throughout the year.

[Stevo]

I am trying to load iso to usb drive. using etcher I keep getting this message----The writer process ended unexpectedly . Please try again and contact the Etcher team if the problem persists. I also bought new hp DVD+RW to try but I don't know how to burn a cd either.

Try Rufus on Windows instead.

[Michael-IDA]

UNetbootin should be able to help you get a bootable Live USB drive.

https://unetbootin.github.io/

You still may have to navigate though your bios to get the USB to boot though.

Another suggestion is to buy a new HD so that you can leave your Windows HD alone.

Best,
Michael

[JayM]

UNetbootin should be able to help you get a bootable Live USB drive.

https://unetbootin.github.io/

You still may have to navigate though your bios to get the USB to boot though.

Another suggestion is to buy a new HD so that you can leave your Windows HD alone.

Best,
Michael

I never have good luck with unetbootin creating a bootable USB, at least not the Linux versions. For Windows I second Stevo's suggestion to use Rufus:
https://rufus.ie/
I would also format the USB stick from within Rufus prior to burning the ISO image, just to be on the safe side.