How to install Kali Linux on ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA

Here is How to install Kali Linux On ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA. Please follow this step-by-step guide for a successful install of this Linux Operating system on your Laptop.

About ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA

ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA is one of the fast performance laptops by Acer with
Stellar battery life and plenty of ports.
Cons of purchasing the laptop are boring looks and the speakers are down.
ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA is powered by a 2.5GHz Intel Core i5-7200U CPU, 8GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD.
Also, The graphics are powered by Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 Ti
According to TechRadar, the battery of ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA lasts for 8 hours and 3 minutes.

About Kali Linux

Kali Linux is a Debian-based Linux distribution that is based on security tasks such as Penetration Testing, Computer Forensics, Security research, and Reverse Engineering.
The operating system is developed and maintained by Offensive security. Furthermore, there are more than 600 penetration testing tools included in Kali Linux.
Lastly, it has many advantages over other operating systems available which are discussed below,

Advantages of installing Kali Linux on ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA

There are many advantages of installing Kali Linux on your ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA which are as follows,

Advanced Penetration tools available: There are more than 600+ advanced penetration tools available on Kali Linux.
Open-sourced: Kali Linux is an open-sourced system where all the codes can be easily seen and developed by others. The open development tree helps users to see the development at each and every step.
Free Tools: This the main reason why people use Kali Linux.
Wireless support nowhere possible: Kali Linux provides to connect as many as WiFi spots or USB ports at one time. It also makes to be compatible with numerous USB.
Multiple language support: Multiple language support is not possible in other operating systems where users can get the support of their local language.
Support for both ARMEL and ARMHF systems: ARM-based controllers like Rasberry Pi and ARMH is supported by Kali Linux.

Requisite

Download Kali Linux from the official website if you have not downloaded yet.
Boot the ISO file from USB by following the instructions below.
Lastly, change the boot order to the USB drive from BIOS settings.

1. To boot from USB

Download Rufus-3.4

After installing Rufus simply select the ISO file from the file manager and accept all settings when the popup window appears.
Finally, start the process and this software will automatically format and create a bootable USB flash drive.
You can also create a bootable USB for Windows operating system using Rufus.

2. Change boot-order to boot from USB in ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA

To change the boot order in ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA
First of all, turn off your Laptop.
Then to enter into BIOS press F2 as soon as Acer Logo appears. In case, you have not entered into BIOS restart your Laptop and retry with the F2 or other key provided by the Manufacturer.
Next, in the boot menu use the arrow keys to change the boot order to the USB.
Save and Exit.
Start installing the desired OS in your System.

Instructions to install Kali Linux on ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA

After booting your USB or CD drive you can turn off your computer and insert the bootable USB in your Laptop.
Now turn on the PC and continue with the process of installing Kali Linux on ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA
You can either install Kali Linux or run it live by using your bootable USB stick. But Kali Live will not save your data so it’s better to install Kali Linux completely. In case, you don’t want to lose the windows data prefer Dual-Boot Kali Linux Windows.
Let’s continue with the graphical install option provided above.
After clicking on continue the image will get installed in the hard drive in your system. Next, it will be asking the hostname where you can provide any name such as Kali.
Now enter the password for the root account.
Set the time zone. Now the installer will provide 4 options for the Partition disks where you should choose “Guided-use entire disk and set up encrypted LVM”.
Select the disk to be partitioned. Either you can keep all the files in one partition or keep all the files in different partitions. If you are not sure about how to create separate partitions then keep all the files in one partition.
This is the last chance to review all the options you have selected after clicking on continuing the process installing Kali Linux on ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA will start and complete.
Click yes to the network mirrors option NOTE! If you select “NO” option in this screen, you will NOT be able to install packages from Kali Linux repositories.
Now install GRUB Boot Loader on the hard disk.
Finally, click on Continue to reboot into your new Kali Linux installation on your ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA.