I'm curious if I can run Linux Mint as my main operating system off a 126 GB external hard drive using USB-C. My current setup has one SSD and two internal hard drives, with Windows installed on the SSD. I'd like to boot into Linux and still have the option to select Windows when needed. Also, how would Linux recognize my existing drives during this process?
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Yes, it's definitely possible! You can flash a USB drive with Linux Mint, and during the installation, you should see your external drive as an option for the install location. Just make sure to back up any data first—better safe than sorry!
You should be fine! Just make sure your BIOS allows you to select the boot drive at startup. If not, you might need to install GRUB on your main drive's boot sector.
Absolutely, your BIOS should detect the external drive without a problem. Just check the settings to ensure it recognizes it as a boot option when you start your computer.
Yes, you can run Linux from just about any drive, including an external one. Just keep in mind that if you use a flash drive, it lacks wear leveling, meaning repeated writes to the same memory can wear it out quickly. It's a good idea to use it mainly for reading if you go that route.
My friend actually did this so he could carry his work environment on laptops that weren't his. It’s a super handy solution if you want flexibility!
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