How to Create a Linux Mint Bootable USB Drive on Mac

Are you looking for a way to create a bootable USB drive of Linux Mint on your Mac? Look no further! In this article, we will guide you through the process of creating a Linux Mint bootable USB drive using Clonezilla live and Ventoy.

Step 1: Download Clonezilla Live ISO or Zip File

To start, you need to download the Clonezilla live iso or zip file from the official website. Once you have downloaded the file, please follow the instructions in the Live CD/USB doc to put it on the boot media.

Step 2: Checksum Files

Before proceeding, make sure to check the checksum files of the downloaded Clonezilla live iso or zip file. The checksum files are GPG signed by DRBL project, which has a fingerprint of 54C0 821A 4871 5DAF D61B FCAF 6678 57D0 4559 9AFD.

Step 3: Clone the Git Repository

If you encounter any problems during the process, you may want to change the System type on the System tab. To clone the git repository, follow the URLs below:

Step 4: Create a Ventoy Bootable USB Drive

Once you have downloaded the Clonezilla live iso or zip file, create a Ventoy bootable USB drive using the instructions provided in the Ventoy Binary Notes section.

Step 5: Boot from the USB Drive

To boot from the USB drive on your Mac, connect it to your computer and restart. When your Mac boots up, select the USB drive as the startup disk by pressing the 'Option' (⌥) key while restarting. You can then select the Linux Mint ISO you want to boot from using either the pointer or arrow keys on your keyboard.

Step 6: Boot into Linux Mint

Once selected, click the 'Return' key or double-click your selection to start your virtual machine and wait for Linux Mint to load. Once loaded, you can use Linux Mint as a live operating system without making any changes to your Mac's hard drive.

Creating a Linux Mint bootable USB drive on your Mac is a straightforward process that requires some basic technical knowledge. By following the steps outlined above, you can easily create a bootable USB drive of Linux Mint using Clonezilla live and Ventoy. With this bootable USB drive, you can test Linux Mint without making any changes to your Mac's hard drive.

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