How to install Ubuntu on Dell Inspiron 3567 + Dual Boot Windows

Here is the complete Guide to install Ubuntu on Dell Inspiron 3567. We will be installing latest Ubuntu 18.04 LTS on your Laptop please follow this step-by-step guide.

About Dell Inspiron 3567

  • Dell Inspiron 3567 is powered by 6th Gen Intel Core i3-6006U processor with 4GB DDR4 RAM and the storage of 1TB.
  • The graphics are powered by Intel HD 520 graphics.
  • It comes with a 15.6-inch display with a resolution of 1366×768 pixels.
  • In addition, the Laptop comes with Windows 10 Home pre-installed and weights 3 Kg.

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Common Problems with Dell Inspiron 3567 and their solutions

About Ubuntu

  • Ubuntu is a free and open-source Linux Debian operating system.
  • Also, Ubuntu offers three editions Desktop, server, cloud, and Ubuntu core.
  • It provides new releases every 6 months while LTS occurs every 2 years.
  • Ubuntu is developed by Canonical which provides free security updates and support to its users.
  • Furthermore, for installing Ubuntu 18.04 LTS on your Dell Inspiron 3567 you meet minimum requirements such as 2GB RAM, Dual Core Processor (2 GH) and 25 GB free space.

Advantages of installing Ubuntu

  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 Dell Inspiron 3567

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

Download Ubuntu

Secondly, create a backup of your all files.

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.

Recommended drive – USB 

Tips to Boot a USB Device

  1. Download Rufus
  2. install ubuntu on Dell Inspiron 3567
  3. After installing Rufus simply select the Ubuntu ISO file from the file manager and accept all settings when the popup window appears.
  4. Finally, start the process and this software will automatically format and create bootable USB flash drive.

2. Change boot-order to boot from USB in Dell Inspiron 3567

  • Turn off or restart your Laptop.
  • Now press F2 while starting up to enter into BIOS.
  • Select the Boot tab and change to Legacy Boot and turn Secure Boot Off.
  • Now restart your Laptop, the boot sequence can now be seen and the order can be changed using +/- keys.

3. Boot from the Drive USB/DVD

  • After successfully booting your USB stick you need to turn off your Dell Inspiron 3567to 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 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 Dell Inspiron 3567 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 the 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

Installation options,

  1. Erase the whole disk and install the Ubuntu: It is the easiest way to install Ubuntu on your Dell Inspiron 3567. 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 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, computers name, username, and the password. Finally, click on continue to begin the process of installing Ubuntu 18.04 LTS on your Dell Inspiron 3567.

7. Start installation

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

8. Restart and Login

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

Welcome to Dell Inspiron 3567 Ubuntu

Welcome to Ubuntu on Dell Inspiron 3567

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Any Issue with your Dell Inspiron 3567 then start Asking a Question

 

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