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How to install Peppermint OS

• Data 05/06/2025
• Autor Daniel Ionica
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Peppermint OS is a lightweight Linux distro based on Debian or Devuan, designed for speed, efficiency, and minimal resource usage. It features the XFCE desktop environment with a clean, familiar layout, ideal for both beginners and advanced users.

1. Go to the official site: https://peppermintos.com/

2. Choose the latest Debian or Devuan flavor ISO

3. Download the 64-bit .iso file.

Create Bootable Installation Media

Use any of the following tools to write the ISO to a USB drive:

• Windows: Rufus

• Linux/macOS: balenaEtcher

Instructions (Rufus example):

1. Insert USB (minimum 4 GB)

2. Open Rufus, select your USB device

3. Choose the downloaded Peppermint .iso

4. Click Start and wait until complete.

Step 3: Install Peppermint OS

1. Insert USB and boot your computer

2. Enter BIOS/UEFI and set USB as the first boot device

3. Save and reboot.

At the Boot Menu:

• Select “Start Peppermint OS” to boot into the live environment

• On the desktop, double-click “Install Peppermint OS”.

Installation Steps:

1. Choose your language and keyboard layout

2. Connect to Wi-Fi if needed

3. Choose installation type:

   • Erase disk (for clean install)

   • Manual partitioning (advanced users).

4. Set your time zone

5. Create your user account and password

6. Click Install.

✅ After installation completes, remove the USB and reboot.

Step 4: Post-Install Configuration

1. 🔁 Update your System

Open a terminal and run:

Or use the GUI Update Manager.

Install Web Browser

Peppermint is minimalist; if your preferred browser isn’t pre-installed:

Install Common Apps

Customize Appearance

• Go to Menu > Settings > Appearance

• Change theme, icons, and fonts

• Use “Peppermint Welcome” for useful tweaks and guides.

Set Up Cloud Storage (Optional)

• Install cloud clients like:

  bash

  CopyEdit

  sudo apt install rclone


  Or use web apps via the included ICE tool to create “site-specific browsers”.

System Tools & Performance Tips

1. Use ICE (Site-specific Browser Tool)

• Launch ICE from the menu.

• Turn a website (like Gmail or YouTube) into a standalone app.

2. Install Driver Manager

If not present:

Then go to Menu > Administration > Driver Manager to install proprietary drivers.

3. Enable Firewall

4.Install Flatpak Support

Then add Flatpak repo: