Installation Guide
Step-by-step instructions for installing AtomOS builds
Prerequisites
- USB drive (4GB or larger)
- Rufus or similar USB creation tool
- AtomOS ISO file
- Backup of important data
Important
Always back up your important data before installing a new operating system. The installation process will erase all data on the target drive.
Installation Methods
Clean Installation
A clean installation is recommended for the best performance and stability.
Step 1: Create Installation Media
- Download and install Rufus from rufus.ie
- Insert your USB drive
- Open Rufus and select your USB drive
- Click SELECT and choose your CoreOS ISO file
- Click START and wait for the process to complete
Step 2: Boot from USB
- Insert the USB drive into the computer you want to install AtomOS on
- Restart the computer
- Press the boot menu key during startup (usually F12, F11, F10, or ESC)
- Select your USB drive from the boot menu
Step 3: Install AtomOS
- Follow the on-screen instructions
- Select "Custom: Install Windows only (advanced)"
- Delete all existing partitions on the target drive
- Select the unallocated space and click Next
- Wait for the installation to complete
Post-Installation
After installing AtomOS, we recommend following our post-installation guide to optimize your system and install essential software.
Troubleshooting
If you encounter any issues during installation, please refer to our troubleshooting guide.