? Article 3: How to Install Ubuntu 22.04 LTS on HP Laptops

???? Part A: Preparation

1. Bootable USB → Use Article 1 (Ubuntu section).
   
   

2. Backup important files → installation erases all data.
   
   

3. Charge laptop → 50% or more.
   
   

4. Decide if Ubuntu will be:
   
   

• Single OS (clean install)
  
  

• Dual boot (with Windows)
  
  

???? Part B: Boot from USB

1. Insert Ubuntu USB stick.
   
   

2. Restart laptop → press F9 repeatedly.
   
   

3. Choose your USB drive → press Enter.
   
   

4. Ubuntu installer will load.
   
   

???? Hint: If not working, press Esc → F9 Boot Menu.

???? Part C: Try or Install Ubuntu

1. You will see two options:
   
   

• Try Ubuntu (runs live without installing)
  
  

• Install Ubuntu → click this.
  
  

???? Part D: Setup Basics

1. Select Language → Next.
   
   

2. Select Keyboard Layout → Next.
   
   

3. Connect to Wi-Fi (or skip if not needed).
   
   

???? Part E: Installation Type

1. Choose Normal Installation (recommended).
   
   

• Installs browser, office apps, media players.
  
  

When asked for updates and 3rd-party software → tick both boxes.

???? Part F: Partitioning

• Option 1: Erase disk and install Ubuntu (clean install).
  ⚠️ Erases Windows and all files.
  
  

• Option 2: Install Ubuntu alongside Windows Boot Manager (dual boot).
  
  

  • This lets user choose OS at startup.
    
    

• Option 3: Something else (manual partitions → only for advanced users).
  
  

???? For most users → choose Erase disk or Alongside Windows.

???? Part G: Installation

1. Select installation type → click Install Now.
   
   

2. Confirm changes → Continue.
   
   

3. Select Region/Timezone → Next.
   
   

4. Enter Name, Computer Name, Username, Password.
   
   

• Password will be needed for installing apps/updates.
  
  

Installation starts → takes 15–30 minutes.

When finished → click Restart Now.

Remove USB when asked.

✅ Ubuntu 22.04 is installed successfully.

???? Part H: First Boot

1. Login with your username and password.
   
   

2. Connect to Wi-Fi.
   
   

3. Open Software Updater → install updates.
   
   

4. Restart system.
   
   

???? Part I: Install HP Drivers (if needed)

• Most drivers are automatic.
  
  

• For Wi-Fi/graphics issues:
  
  

1. Open Software & Updates → Additional Drivers.
   
   

2. Select the recommended driver → Apply.
   
   

General Hints ????

• To enter BIOS on HP → press F10.
  
  

• If Ubuntu doesn’t boot after install → check Boot Order in BIOS and set Ubuntu/GRUB first.
  
  

• For dual boot → use arrow keys at startup to choose OS.
  
  

• Use Ctrl + Alt + T to open Terminal quickly.
  
  

✅ That completes Article 3: Installing Ubuntu 22.04 LTS on HP laptops.