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How to install Ubuntu on Asus VivoBook S14 S406UA from USB

Advantages of installing Ubuntu on Asus VivoBook S14 S406UA

1. It is free of cost while the official Windows operating system is chargeable.
2. Ubuntu is customizable while on Windows you can only customize some components.
3. It is more secure.
4. Runs without installing.
5. Ubuntu is good for developers.
6. It can be updated without restarting.
7. Lastly, Ubuntu provides more resources.

Instructions to install Ubuntu on Asus VivoBook S14 S406UA

Make sure you have the latest Ubuntu Operating system Downloaded from the official Site, if not then download it from the official website.

1. Create a Bootable Disk

The downloaded ISO file is to be burned into a USB/DVD or flash drive which will be used to boot the computer.

Tips to Boot a USB Device

1. After installing Rufus simply select the ISO file from the file manager and accept all settings when the popup window appears.
2. Select the MBR partition scheme for BIOS or UEFI and If your laptop has UEFI bios then select the other two options.
3. For the Filesystem select NTFS option and select if your PC has UEFI bios then select FAT32.
4. The default Cluster size option should be selected.
5. Make sure all three options including Quick Format, Create a Bootable disk using and Create extended labels and icon files are selected.
6. Finally, start the process and this software will automatically format and create a bootable USB flash drive.

2. Change boot-order to boot from USB in Asus VivoBook S14 S406UA

• To change the boot order in Asus VivoBook S14 S406UA
• First of all, turn off your Laptop or restart it
• Then to enter into UEFI BIOS Press or F12 key repeatedly as soon as Asus Logo appears. In case, you have not entered into BIOS restart your Laptop and retry with the key or other key provided by Manufacturer
• Storage tab, then select Boot Options and finally change the boot order to the USB
• Save, Reboot

3. Boot from the Drive USB/DVD

• After successfully booting your USB stick you need to turn off your Asus VivoBook S14 S406UA to install Ubuntu on it.
• Insert the USB in port and once you will restart your laptop the screen presenting “Try Ubuntu” and “Install Ubuntu” will be shown to you.

• You can either try Ubuntu or install Ubuntu, Although the Try option is for testing the operating system this process will also take some time.
• So if you are continuing with install Ubuntu then read the further guide.

4. Installing Ubuntu 18.04

There are many steps in the process of installing Ubuntu on your Asus VivoBook S14 S406UA which will be provided step-by-step below,

1. Choosing Keyboard

1. Choose a keyboard layout and click Continue and by default English option is selected.
2. Now you have to choose a type of installation as there are two types – Normal and Minimal installation. In our case, we have preferred a normal installation.
3. Downloading updates while installing must be turned off for a faster installation.
4. install third-party software for graphics and Wi-Fi hardware, MP3 and additional media formats should be selected only is internet connection is available while installation.
5. Finally, click continue to proceed.

2. Selecting the installation type

1. Erase the whole disk and install the Ubuntu: It is the easiest way to install Ubuntu on your Asus VivoBook S14 S406UA. Also, A fresh copy will be installed on your Laptop by erasing all the stored data on your PC.
2. For security Encrypting new Ubuntu installation for security: Not to worry about this option as this option will ensure the security of your drives.
3. Using LVM: LVM or Logical Volume Management
4. Something Else: Use this option if you want to install Ubuntu along with existing Operating system such as Windows 10. In addition, only select this option if you are familiar with such a technical task.

3. Creating Partitions for Something Else Option

• To create the partition on your own you can click “New Partition Table”
• Click on Continue and create a /boot partition of size 1.5GB. Select free space and click on the “+” symbol for creating a new partition.
• Now click on OK
• Let’s create the /home partition of size more than 18GB.
• Next, create partitions / of 6GB and /var of 4GB by using the process we have discussed with you.
• Lastly, Create the swap area partition of 2GB.
• Check that all the partitions are made correctly or not. Once you have created the partitions successfully you can proceed to the further steps by clicking Install Now.

5. Selecting Time Zone

Choose the desired time zone and click on continue

6. Providing user credentials

Give your information to the page prompted to you. The page will ask your name, computer name, username, and password. Finally, click on continue to begin the process of installing Ubuntu 18.04 LTS on your Asus VivoBook S14 S406UA.

7. Start installation

Installation may take around 5 to 10 minutes on your Microsoft Laptop which may depend on the speed of the Laptop.

8. Restart and Login

Restart your computer and enter the login details you have provided previously in User credentials.

Welcome to Asus VivoBook S14 S406UA Ubuntu

In conclusion, we have successfully discussed the complete process of installing Ubuntu 18.04 on the Asus VivoBook S14 S406UA. Enjoy your new operating system.

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Thread: Install Ubuntu dual boot Windows on ASUS VivoBook

First Cup of Ubuntu

Install Ubuntu dual boot Windows on ASUS VivoBook

I would like to have some info, maybe from those who have had experience, regarding the installation of Ubuntu in dual boot with Windows on ASUS VivoBook Pro.
The specific model is N580VD-FI038T
and the technical characteristics are as follows:
Intel Core i7-7700HQ, 16 GB RAM, 1TB HDD and 512 GB SSD, NVidia GTX1050

I have read that there are several issues of cohabitation between Linux and this model of PC and with ASUS in general.
I would be interested in buying it, but I would like to know how feasible or problematic it is, and there are problems with the use and visibility of SSD hard drive from Ubuntu.

Thanks in advance for every info
(My apologies for English, i’m italian)

Super Master Roaster

Re: Install Ubuntu dual boot Windows on ASUS VivoBook

Issues are often common across multiple model by brand. Bigger differences if Intel or AMD.

Best to update Asus UEFI for your system. Many others with SSD also needed firmware updates. You should do those whether dual booting or not.

You will need nomodeset boot parameter for nVidia card to boot live installer and first boot after install or until you install nVidia driver from Ubuntu repository or ppa (to get very newest driver). Do not download directly from nVidia.
At grub menu you can use e for edit, scroll to linux line and replace quiet splash with nomodeset.
How to set NOMODESET and other kernel boot options in grub2 — both BIOS liveCD & grub first boot ( also UEFI with grub)
How to add boot parameters, grub menu after install (also grub when UEFI)
https://wiki.ubuntu.com/Kernel/KernelBootParameters
https://help.ubuntu.com/community/Grub2
http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=1613132

How you boot install media, UEFI or BIOS/CSM/Legacy is then how it installs. You need to boot in UEFI mode since Windows is in UEFI boot mode.

Many Asus also need another boot parameter pci=nomsi to prevent runaway log files (incorrect errors) filling hard drive.

General UEFI install instructions in link in my signature below.

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Thread: Asus vivobook 15 oled

First Cup of Ubuntu

Asus vivobook 15 oled

has anyone installed ubuntu onto the Asus vivobook oled 15inch? Does everything work?

Re: Asus vivobook 15 oled

I have an Asus Vivobook 15 from 2017 with an 8th gen Core i5. The fingerprint reader doesn’t work and will never work because there aren’t any Linux drivers for it.
I my model is an F512UA. It isn’t powered on, so I can’t quickly hop onto the system from here and check.

I had to replace the keyboard after a few years of use. The 10 most used keys stopped working. It was like doing brain surgery, since to get at the keyboard «assembly», everything had to be removed from inside the laptop. That’s the price we pay for having thin laptops — cheap, hard-to-replace, keyboards. Besides the keyboard problem and lacking an ethernet port, I’ve been happy enough. Plenty of power, RAM, storage, and good battery life. Think the last time I used it away from home — probably almost 2 yrs ago now — it lasted more than 6 hrs on battery. I’ve never needed it longer than that since I got it. It is heavier than my last laptop which was a Core i3 and 13 inch.

I think power management is better for the Intel CPU models. Their iGPUs aren’t as fast as the AMD APU models, but they definitely use less power so the battery will last longer. Laptops are about trade-offs.

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