From 1d5c0c5b0b88acbe78fdb5453f554f6f4cc035c5 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Tracey Date: Thu, 28 Mar 2024 10:14:51 -0500 Subject: [PATCH] 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 /getsolus/help-center-docs/issues/506 * Fix case for heading. Clarify GPU advice --------- Co-authored-by: Tracey Clark --- docs/user/intro.md | 2 +- docs/user/quick-start/installation/index.md | 2 ++ .../installation/system-requirements.md | 33 +++++++++++++++++++ 3 files changed, 36 insertions(+), 1 deletion(-) create mode 100644 docs/user/quick-start/installation/system-requirements.md diff --git a/docs/user/intro.md b/docs/user/intro.md index fa2f38147..734cbc68f 100644 --- 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 index 12609dbde..a0d4f012c 100755 --- 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 new file mode 100644 index 000000000..fbfc854f3 --- /dev/null +++ b/docs/user/quick-start/installation/system-requirements.md @@ -0,0 +1,33 @@ +--- +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) + +:::