Booting Linux on a Mini PC: Best Setup for Dual OS?
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CuriousCactus99
I'm trying to set up Linux, preferably Batocera, on my HP EliteDesk 705 G4 with a Ryzen 2400G processor. Currently, it's free of any operating system and has a 128GB SSD. I'm considering using an external SSD. I'm facing a few dilemmas:
1. Is it possible to use Windows as the main OS and have Linux on the external drive? Should I install Windows first or Linux?
2. What's the best drive type for booting: hard drive, USB stick, or SSD? I've heard that SSDs might not be recognized as easily as USB sticks—any truth to that?
3. Is PCSX2 a good option on Batocera or Linux? I plan to scale games to 720p.
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For your setup, it's fine to install either OS first, just make sure to select the right drive when installing. An internal SSD will be the fastest for booting; they're generally recognized by Linux and Batocera without issues, but you might need to disable RAID in the BIOS.
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QuickSilver22: Thanks for the info! By the way, does it matter whether I run Linux or Windows on the internal SSD? Are there benefits to one over the other?