Do it yourself
Guides, videos, and Linux USB order.
Where to start
Recommended order for a first Linux installation:
Guides
- 5 minInstallEasy
How do I know if I have HDD or SSD?
Quick check before upgrading.
Open guide → - 12 minHardwareMedium
Pick the right SSD for your machine
SATA, NVMe, form factor, and capacity in plain language.
Open guide → - 20 minInstallMedium
Laptop SSD swap — safe workflow
Screws, battery, and M.2 / 2.5" without needless risk.
Open guide → - 18 minInstallMedium
Desktop SSD swap — power, cables, and airflow
Open the case, SATA/NVMe, and tidy airflow.
Open guide → - 10 minInstallEasy
Install Linux from USB — boot menu and install path
UEFI boot, live session, and partitioning basics.
Open guide → - 15 minBackupMedium
Move files off the old drive — external disk and rsync
Backup before wipe; Windows and Linux tips.
Open guide → - 12 minDesktopEasy
Linux Mint — first steps after install
Updates, drivers, basics, and what to try next.
Open guide →
Linux install USB
€9.90 — ready-to-use install media. Pay securely with Stripe.
Sparkki Starter Kit
€19.90 — bootable USB, laminated quick-start card, and keyboard stickers. Postage included (Finland).