All you need to install any version of Raspberry Pi OS is the Imager tool, an SD card and reader, and around ten minutes.

Early versions of the Raspberry Pi could only boot from SD cards, but newer ones can boot from any USB device, like an external drive or USB stick. Here's how.

USB boot has been possible since the Raspberry Pi 2 Model B (v1.2), but it has only become really worthwhile with the Pi 4. Here is some information, tips, tricks and opinions explaining why and how.

The network OS installer simplifies the setup process and enhances the flexibility of the Raspberry Pi 5, making it an even more versatile tool for developers, hobbyists, and professionals alike.

NOOBS is the built-in operating system installer for Raspberry Pi. But if you already know which operating system you want to use, there's a quicker way to get your Pi up and running.

In previous posts of this series about Linux on the Raspberry Pi 4, I have written about Ubuntu, Manjaro and of course the Raspberry Pi OS.

First, connect the USB memory with Raspberry Pi OS installed to the USB3.0 port. Next, connect the Raspberry Pi genuine power adapter that supports 5V/5A output.

It's also possible to decode which part of the boot process the Raspberry Pi is stalling at. Here's a list of what the various flashing modes from the ACT/OK LED mean.

1. What to Do if Your Raspberry Pi 5 Won't Boot As the fifth full generation of Raspberry Pi boards, the Pi 5 is a little more reliable than earlier models.