If you're using a hard drive dedicated to Linux Mint (you will only run Mint and no other operating system on this drive), you should select "Erase disk and install Linux Mint".

Have you ever wondered what all the fuss surrounding Linux is about? With this guide, we'll whet your appetite and discover how you can boot and install Linux Mint on to your computer.

When you reboot after the install, your PC will boot Linux and start setting it up. This can take a long time–especially if you’re using a CD. Be patient.