installation: Add system requirements page (#514)

* installation: Add system requirements page Add a page to outline system requirements Link from the Quick Start page Fixes //issues/506 * Fix case for heading. Clarify GPU advice --------- Co-authored-by: Tracey Clark <[email protected]>
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diff --git a/docs/user/intro.md b/docs/user/intro.md
@@ -14,7 +14,7 @@ We organized the help center into sections to help you navigate the contents eas
 
 | Section                                                  | Description                                                                                                                                                               |
 | -------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
-| [Quick Start](/docs/category/quick-start)                | If you're new to Solus, this section will set you on the right track. Find documentation on installing Solus, software management, the boot process, and troubleshooting. |
+| [Quick Start](/docs/category/quick-start)                | If you're new to Solus, this section will set you on the right track. Find documentation on system requirements, installing Solus, software management, the boot process, and troubleshooting. |
 | [Contributing](/docs/category/contributing)              | Find how you can contribute to Solus, whether you're a beginner or an experienced Linux and Solus user.                                                                   |
 | [Editions](/docs/user/editions/)                         | Understand the different editions of Solus: differences between editions, configuration tasks, and helpful tips and tricks.                                               |
 | [Hardware](/docs/user/hardware/)                         | Solus supports most hardware out-of-the-box, but there are exceptions. This section focuses on those exceptions and how to get the most out of your hardware.             |

diff --git a/docs/user/quick-start/installation/index.md b/docs/user/quick-start/installation/index.md
@@ -5,6 +5,8 @@ summary: Installation Guide for multiple operating systems
 
 # Preparing to install
 
+Before you start, make sure your system meets the [minimum requirements](system-requirements.md).
+
 The first step to installing Solus is getting the correct media. The Solus Project provides ISO images, which contain the contents of Solus for installing.
 
 ## Getting the ISO

diff --git a/docs/user/quick-start/installation/system-requirements.md b/docs/user/quick-start/installation/system-requirements.md
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+---
+title: System Requirements
+summary: Hardware Requirements Guide
+---
+
+# System requirements
+
+- A blank DVD or a USB drive that is at least 3GB
+- On UEFI systems, an EFI partition of 1GB minimum
+- An internet connection
+- System connected to AC power
+
+In order to install Solus, your system must meet the minimum system requirements. Ideally it should meet or exceed the recommended values for a better experience.
+
+|                       | Minimum                         | Recommended                                                                               |
+| --------------------- | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
+| **Disk space free**       | 10GB / 9.3GiB                   | 25GB / 23.3GiB                                                                            |
+| **Memory (RAM)**          | 4GB                             | 8GB or more                                                                               |
+| **Processor (CPU)**       | 64-bit (x86_64) processor       | [x86-64-v2](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/X86-64#Microarchitecture_levels) 2GHz quad core |
+| **System firmware**       | BIOS / UEFI                     | UEFI                                                                                      |
+| **Display Adapter (GPU)** | Any onboard or dedicated adapter |                                                                                           |
+
+These are general recommendations. Your requirements may vary based on your intended use of the system.
+
+:::info
+
+Desktop environments that are more feature rich (such as GNOME and KDE Plasma) use the graphics card for 3D-acceleration, when possible. They will benefit from dedicated and more powerful GPUs. Older graphics cards may not support acceleration:
+
+- Intel prior to GMA9xx
+- NVIDIA prior to NV30 (GeForce FX5xxx series)
+- Radeon prior to R300 (Radeon 9500)
+
+:::