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Is it possible to install Debian on a CD?
In case of problems, please check the FAQ about Debian CDs/DVDs. If you simply want to install Debian and have an Internet connection on the target computer please consider the Network Install media which is a smaller download. On i386 and amd64 architectures, all CD/DVD images can be used on a USB stick too. Download CD/DVD images using HTTP.
What are the different sizes of Debian Installer images?
Debian installer images in multiple sizes. These range from small CD-sized netinst images for quick download up to large complete sets of images designed for DVD, Blu-Ray (BD) or Dual-Layer Blu-Ray (DLBD) media. Debian live images – live systems designed to be run directly from CD/DVD/USB without needing installation.
What kind of computer do I need to run Debian?
Debian is available for different computer architectures – make sure you are getting images that match your computer! (Most people will need images for amd64, i.e. 64-bit PC-compatible systems.)
How to verify an ISO file in Debian?
Alternatively, there is a useful helper script called check_debian_iso which can verify ISO image files and optical media, reading the appropriate amount of bytes from media then computing the checksum and comparing it against the checksum file. ISO image file verification. Optical media verification.
How to install Debian on a computer without internet?
To install Debian on a machine without an Internet connection, it’s possible to use CD images (700 MB each) or DVD images (4.7 GB each). Download the first CD or DVD image file, write it using a CD/DVD recorder (or a USB stick on i386 and amd64 ports), and then reboot from that.
How big is a Debian Live Install image?
Installer: Starting from Debian 10 Buster, the live images contain the end-user-friendly Calamares Installer, a distribution-independent installer framework, as alternative to our well known Debian-Installer . Size: Each image is much smaller than the full set of DVD images, but larger than the network install media.
Where can I get a free version of Debian?
Debian is distributed freely over Internet. You can download all of it from any of our mirrors. The Installation Manual contains detailed installation instructions. And, the release notes can be found here.