Converting a Lenovo Chromebook to Linux: Lenovo N42

[@python25623]

Thank you very much for your patient guidance! This is the best explanation I could find on the topic. One day using a new Samsung Chromebook 4 Bluebird said goodbye to ChromeOS without any regrets or tears. It didn't work to disconnect and reconnect the battery: I had to do everything using just the charger. A good-looking laptop now matches with the Linux. From now on I'm a fan of the channel.

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Thank you for the comments and for watching!

[@BobbyHollingsworth]

Thank you so much for this guide! The school I work at can now use some of our Chromebooks that have reached end-of-life for other things with Linux!

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Love to hear these comments!

[@davidramirez5826]

Great video! I used it for my Dell Chromebook to put Ubuntu on it, everything works with following your steps. There were only some very minor differences but it all worked perfectly!

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Great to hear!

[@alittax]

3:49 If I can make a small suggestion: I'd use some color to indicate a space in the command. It's easy to miss a space (especially when looking at a font that's not monospaced), but not as easy to miss a green block between two words. If for some reason there is more than one space, you can indicate that with alternating colors, eg 3 spaces next to each other = a green, yellow, and another green block next to each other (or any other color you like). Thanks for the amazing content, I love watching your informative and well-made videos! Have a nice weekend. Attila

[@TechsavvyProductions]

alittA X your point is very true with command-line. I will try and remember to put text on screen so it is clear as to the syntax. Thanks for reminding me that this can be confusing to follow. Thanks for the input!

[@theoldpcguy]

Perfect! This worked great on my Lenovo N22, converting a doorstop into a decent laptop.

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Awesome comment!

[@nikolozkharshiladze7240]

Wow, your video is so short and straight forward! I was thinking of getting Chromebook because you can get them for very small price, they are lightweight and most of them also have touchscreen. Was first thinking of upgrading it to Windows (which I found out was very bad decision) and then I found out that Linux runs very good on Chromebooks. One thing I was afraid of was diffuculty of installing one, but now with your video I'm sure I'll buy one and maybe dual boot to Linux! Thank you so much for this video.

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Be sure to download the video notes in the video description.

[@skullcityvideo]

Dude. You absolutely saved me so much headache. You kick butt. Thanks

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Awesome!

[@DeltaSgt]

I goofed up at first and forgot to put machine into developer mode. After that everything was smooth sailing. Had to open mine ( IdeaPad 100s) and remove write protect screw from left side of motherboard under a Lenovo label. Running Ubuntu 22.04.3 just fine! I have been all over the internet trying to figure this out. Your script is what told me I had a firmware write protect I had to remove! GREAT video!!

[@TechsavvyProductions]

We love to hear success!

[@rafaelceara1]

Excellent video! Super easy to follow the steps you provided. I was able to do everything step by step to verify if i needed to remove the screw (which for me was disabled) and then I went ahead and download the firmware to update the BIOS and install Linux from an USB drive. Thanks a lot for this video! Really appreciate this excellent guide!

[@TechsavvyProductions]

So glad to hear you had success, it can be challenging.

[@trevorashman2258]

Picking up a used chromebook that is no longer supported is a GREAT way to learn stuff like this! If you brick it, the world hasnt ended. BUT, when you figure it out it is an exciting feeling and you have device to experiment on with Linux!!

[@TechsavvyProductions]

I love it, I wish more people had this attitude, it is an inexpensive way to learn and gain a great laptop.

[@Mobay18]

This is a great way to get a laptop with Linux. N42 can be found for around $45-65.

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Their drawback is 15GB hard drive space, so apps will limited but for browser functions fine.

[@KenDecker]

Dude this was perfect! Thank you!

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Awesome!

[@YXEFlatl1ne]

Does this work following same steps in Guest Mode or jeed google email??

[@TechsavvyProductions]

When I started on the journey I found Google did not help at all, they wanted you to purchase a new Chromebook, so I had to research many enthusiast websites and put together enough notes to attempt. Because each manufacturer can require slight changes to new requirements to move from Chromebook to Linux folks have to just do their homework and see if someone has found a way around a problem. Hardware manufactures do not help at all. I encourage you do not give up, and see if your find help to turn this Chromebook into a nice Linux laptop.

[@raymondhuynh25]

Thank you so much =). I was able to load up Linux Mint properly following your instructions.

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Awesome!

[@YXEFlatl1ne]

Script is not popping up?

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Try downloading the video notes, lots of great resources!

[@diegodevops4151]

Very nice video Mr.Vanderpool. Subscribing.

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Welcome aboard!

[@gscheben123]

This guide did not work through to completion for a Lenovo N20-22 after minute mark up 9:17 (installation of the OS). Removing the the Linux ISO USB disk did not allow me reboot to the firmware screen (pressing escape after power up). Screen is blank under all conditions. Firmware issue?

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Download the video notes found in video description via a link, they will point to many great online resources for just about every Chromebook. There are some really talented and knowledgeable folks doing this every day.

[@VOLTRONDEFENDER4440]

I started using a Chromebook when my high school used hp chromebooks!

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Thanks for watching

[@Mkattan1]

When i tapping shell its showing a ERROR COMMAND why

[@TechsavvyProductions]

If you download the notes on this video it has many online resources that can be really helpful.

[@costascas5252]

Hi. I have a Lenovo Yoga 11e with the Celeron N2930 cpu. I want to completely remove chrome os and install Xubuntu, so I have to install UEFI bios, will it work with this cpu and the bootable USB drive to work must be in UEFI mode? Thank you. EDIT: Well it worked like a charm!! I installed UEFI bios, and now I'm testing linux distributions! Thank you! EDIT2: The OS that worked better with the laptop is Peppermint, the disk has 6GB free from 16GB total!

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Awesome thanks for the report!

[@johnsenchak1428]

Chrome books are good for people who are just getting into computers for the first time, say for the beginner over 65 or kids under the age 0f 13

[@TechsavvyProductions]

They are an excellent secure PC for just about anyone!

[@chrinamint]

John Senchak, that is not true, sir.

[@sizquirt]

@@TechsavvyProductions not secure

[@Aero7_ssg]

Kid named mercuryworkshop:

[@exposednerve6382]

kid named beef patty:

[@WoWund1953]

This did the trick. Thanks

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Awesome!

[@behaviortech1080]

Thank you- this was very helpful.

[@behaviortech1080]

So I’m having trouble booting kali Linux from a USB 128gb should I use a different Linux?

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Thanks for watching!

[@behaviortech1080]

@@TechsavvyProductionsit keeps stopping and says select a different drive or just boots the fire system.

[@SerdarCevher]

Thank you for the video, it absolutely helped me to save time while installing the custom UEFI. I don't know why my previous comment has disappeared, maybe because I had shared my own article's link to help people having the Lenovo Ideapad 3 Chromebook (did I seem like I was just trying to chase hits?) Anyway, it doesn't matter. I just want to underline that the Gallium OS featured here is discontinued and Lubuntu is a good alternative, especially with the built-in Linux kernel 6.2 which makes the sound work out of the box for Intel Gemini Lake platform (powering the Ideapad 3 and possibly other newer Chromebooks).

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Serdar, always feel free to comment and share, many time other viewers put great comments that help someone else. A community is better than one teacher!!

[@sravants]

@Serdar Cevher Thanks dude your guide in medium also helps me alot. Except full screen & switch window keys every other keys are working good without re-mapping. Now my ideapad is better than before🤩

[@pheobewarr7402]

I can't get my Chromebook in recovery mode?

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Download the video notes, lots of great websites and support for many different laptops and solutions for different problems.

[@Ahmedsherif-j1c]

error src/main.rs 184 when i press shell what ido

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Check out the video notes (free download in the vide description) lots of resources and extra sites that have great help.

[@necafe1]

I got an error message below when I execute command on cmd line sudo: The "no new privileges" flag is set, which prevents sudo from running as root. sudo: If sudo is running in a container, you may need to adjust the container configuration to disable the flag. Any help? update: I clicked with Ctrl+D and it works with full screen. I am not sure if this is the solution for this but now I have to disable to security. Thank you so much

[@TechsavvyProductions]

When I started on the journey I found Google did not help at all, they wanted you to purchase a new Chromebook, so I had to research many enthusiast websites and put together enough notes to attempt. Because each manufacturer can require slight changes to new requirements to move from Chromebook to Linux folks have to just do their homework and see if someone has found a way around a problem. Hardware manufactures do not help at all. I encourage you do not give up, and see if your find help to turn this Chromebook into a nice Linux laptop.

[@omgangji4324]

In the boot menu the USB: USB DISK 3.0 option is not available what should i do next?

[@TechsavvyProductions]

It generally means the Flashdrive is not properly configured. Download the video notes found the video description and make sure you follow the steps for creating a bootable flashdrive for a non-Windows environment.

[@leoroberts8644]

All went well until trying to boot from USB .ISO. My boot menu gives me two choices...1. eMMC Device or 2. UEFI Shell. This happened withg 2 different USB Drives (one with Elementary and one with Mint XFCE...A third USB with Kubuntu was successful.

[@TechsavvyProductions]

I am always glad to hear success, many get frustrated because their hardware is different.

[@theofficialnoah1668]

Hey, I want to know how you would dual boot the chromebook while having linux and chromeOS.

[@TechsavvyProductions]

I have not looked into that but I am sure someone has done it and the resources are online.

[@cvb8181]

Do you have a video on how to remove Windows 11 from a Chromebook and install Chrome OS on it please

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Chromebooks come with Chrome OS

[@timcampbell5027]

Whenever i entered the command i received this message. Sudo: the "no new privileges" flag is set, which prevents sudo from running as root. my chrome book is Lenovo IP flex 3

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Due to the fact that each manufacture has differences I encourage you to download the video notes, I point to an number of websites where individuals are collecting information on various Chromebook and know this subject well. The download link is in the video description.

[@sancobtw]

when running shell on crosh, it will prompt this up "If you want to use sudo commands, use the VT-2 shell" just follow the instructions to move to the vt-2 shell (Ctrl-Alt-{F2/Right arrow/Refresh}) and then you can run sudo commands, not the best option but the only one available

[@timcampbell5027]

@@TechsavvyProductions ok. Thank you sir

[@timcampbell5027]

@@sancobtw are you commenting on my post to helping me? please explain more. thanks

[@timcampbell5027]

@@sancobtw it suggested that i should use a password but when i entered the password's user name, its not allowing me to enter a password(i am not able to enter a password)

[@leoroberts8644]

when I run the script I get "The “no new privileges” flag is set, which prevents sudo from running as root" and cannot proceed... What now?

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Try downloading the video notes lots of resources for help!

[@leoroberts8644]

@@TechsavvyProductions I'm not sure what you mean. Are you sayihg to don't have an answer and I should look there for more research. (I supposea this chromebook is froma school and it was Enterprised enrolled but they removed that. ( I do pc/phone/table tech repair at no charge for various charities.. I need a little more help, pleaese

[@leoroberts8644]

@@TechsavvyProductions I've scoured the notes and comments and it is only mentioned once and there is no solution given

[@TechsavvyProductions]

When I started on the journey I found Google did not help at all, they wanted you to purchase a new Chromebook, so I had to research many enthusiast websites and put together enough notes to attempt. Because each manufacturer can require slight changes to new requirements to move from Chromebook to Linux folks have to just do their homework and see if someone has found a way around a problem. Hardware manufactures do not help at all. I encourage you do not give up, and see if you find help to turn this Chromebook into a nice Linux laptop.

[@leoroberts8644]

@@TechsavvyProductions My suspition is that it may be becase these Chromebooks were Enterprise models. All worked well on another model

[@firekeeper1720]

On the script part, it didn't work for mine since my Chromebook uses Nvidia Tegra K1 cpu. Error says: This script only supports 64-bit OS on Intel-Based deivces; ARM devices are not supported. Can i just still remove the write-protect screw?

[@TechsavvyProductions]

download the video note in the link in our video description, the notes connect you to great sites that cover these topic is much more detail and more devices.

[@r3tro_lmao842]

Hello, I have a Hp chromebook 14a with a broken screen, i'm wondering if the bios/boot menu is visible from my external HDMI monitor?

[@TechsavvyProductions]

great question, some motherboards will and some will not, try and see

[@SUVTouring]

thank you for this, I had no screw on the motherboard, had to disconnect the battery and boot of the wall charger, write protection was there, installed, reformatted all going well, just one small audio issue, but that is an Intel driver issue, thanks again !

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Awesome, thanks for the comment.

[@SUVTouring]

@@TechsavvyProductions ...still have audio issues, have sound out of headphone jack, and i can use a bluetooth speaker...no laptop speaker sound...any suggestions ?

[@TechsavvyProductions]

What Linux did you install? That is a strange audio issue, normally sound works or it doesn't.

[@SUVTouring]

@@TechsavvyProductions ...I installed Mint Cinnamon...on my desktop it worked great straight out of the box, on my Lenovo, everything else works great...touch screen, trackpads gestures...etc except...speaker sound, I have bluetooth and headphone no top facing speaker audio, checked inside all is intact...may be a conflict between kernel and chipset...at my witts end...lol

[@SUVTouring]

on second thoughts...if there was a conflict between the kernel and the chipset...I would have no sound at all...need to work out what nerfed my speakers

[@RHEMAPLAY2156]

What is the work around an ARM HP CHROMEBOOK 14 G3?

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Try downloading the video notes (see link in description). Lots of resources!

[@phillip1211]

Excellent tutorial. Very well explained.

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Thanks for sharing!

[@Leandrys_]

My acer chromebook 315 have not wp screw and FW WP is enabled, I have been looking for help but I can't find any tutorial for me 😢

[@TechsavvyProductions]

In the video notes are a few critical websites that deal with just about every Chromebook. Check those out.

[@Leandrys_]

@@TechsavvyProductions fortunately now I have installed Ubuntu 22.04 and at least with 5.19 generic kernel it works fine!, but my lateral keyboard doesn't work 🤔, have u any idea? It would be great for more users with this problem

[@TechsavvyProductions]

docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1udREts28cIrCL5tnPj3WpnOPOhWk76g3--tfWbtxi6Q/edit#gid=0 See if your chromebook is here. Further details on the project, as well as links to documentation and more can be found on the coreboot website: www.coreboot.org

[@Leandrys_]

@@TechsavvyProductions yes Sr, it is at line 130

[@TechsavvyProductions]

You may turn to the Ubuntu community forums and see if anyone can help you find a keyboard driver.

[@KalicharanShankari]

Want try it today in my chromebook?? I use acer c771 Same function ryte??

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Be sure to download the video notes, lots of online resources.

[@horaciob9952]

Great video really easy to follow. I am stuck at the bootable Linux flash drive part. How do I get one of these flash drives so I can run Linux on my chrome book?

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Check out the video notes that are a free download in the video description. I put much information, websites and links to great sites in those notes.

[@VictorLima-sg9lp]

Is this procedure possible for a Lenovo Thinkpad C13 Yoga with AMD Ryzen 5?

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Great question, download the video notes (see link in video description) there are websites with lots of information on many laptops and which ones are candidate's for conversion.

[@fewyearsbehind9333]

I got linux installed on HP Chromebook 11G8. Only problem is touchpad is not working. Does anyone has solution for this problem?

[@TechsavvyProductions]

In the video description is a link to video notes, I have many online resources that may help.

[@michoupichoupoupou1484]

hello i got a problem when i choose in the BOOT MENU the USB DISK that say to me "verify it contains a 61-bit UEFI OS". What i have to do fosolve this. Thanks for the video

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Please take a look at the video note, in the video description is a link and you can download. Lots of great resources in the notes.

[@Gerlad970]

Hi very well done video Im at the pt where it says fw wp is enabled. Do I need to power off to take the screw out, or can I do it while the chromebook is still on.?

[@TechsavvyProductions]

when ever working on hardware, de-energize

[@boxerfencer]

Will upgrading the firmware ruin my chances of installing Google's new OS Fuchsia? Or possible deritives?

[@TechsavvyProductions]

boxerfencer: download the video notes found in the KZbin description. There are some great resources created by lots of good techs working on these Chromebooks they may have answers to that question.

[@boxerfencer]

@@TechsavvyProductions thanks, will look into it.

[@BloxxTheBox]

Will this work for a Lenovo N23 Chromebook by chance?

[@TechsavvyProductions]

You can download the video notes found in the link in the video description, lots of great online resources.

[@CristianoBonavolonta]

I get a message after the firmware update saying: this script only supports 64-bits Os on Intel based devices. ARM devices are not supported. Any arm script ?

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Download the video notes and check out the many resources listed, I am sure they have info on ARM Chromebooks.

[@ecwnikos]

? instead of a distro can i install crome os flex ?

[@TechsavvyProductions]

The size of your HD is critical, small versions are best. Check out some of the comments in this video, a lot of great suggestions and ideas shared.

[@luisrobles_CL]

very clear explanation, but: that link work on every Lenovo Chromebook? thanks in advance,

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Thanks for watching!

[@clementmonnier9318]

Hello, thanks for your video. But before I start, is there a method to go back to chromeos if there is something going wrong?

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Great question, most of us doing these steps are no longer supported by " Google Chrome" so there was no choice. If Chrome is working fine stay in Chrome. You can install Linux so try this until your notebook is no longer supported by "Google Chrome".

[@clementmonnier9318]

Okay thank you, I might try to install linux with crouton to keep chrome alongside to linux

[@krispyent]

this work for all chromebooks? I have HP Chromebook x360 14b

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Check the resources found in the video notes, there are extensive lists of manufactures and products and what modifications you may have to make.

[@krispyent]

@@TechsavvyProductions got it! thanks man

[@pheobewarr7402]

Im wondering do I have to do all this uf Linux Beta environment is already on mine? My Chromebook OS gas no further updates and I am completely new to a laptop. I want to be able to use it for college and now it will not. But if Linux is on there, I still do this? And where to start getting room? I have a SSD card and portable drive, now what to do for the s Po ace to run it?

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Yes just boot to your Linux OS and make sure it is updated and you should be fine.

[@sancobtw]

how can i dualboot on the legacy option, i want to try out dualbooting chromeos with another os because i unlocked the chromebook (school organization) would be nice to try it out!

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Download the free video notes found in the video description, I point you to many online resources for this type of modification.

[@sancobtw]

@@TechsavvyProductions I ended up installing windows on the whole drive

[@lurina64]

Hey man, have you tried installing a second drive by removing the wifi card? Right now I am planning to turn my n42 into a nas

[@TechsavvyProductions]

I have not tried the WIFI card to HD swap, be careful the type of HD you put in that slot. Would love a comment when and if you get it to work.

[@lurina64]

@@TechsavvyProductions I bought a pcie 3.0 x 4 ssd and an adapter, the slot only support pcie 2.0 x 1, which is very slow

[@Rob-hs5td]

Thank you so much for this video!!!!

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Thanks for the watching!

[@rssszz7208]

Sd 860 mi pad 5 is it possible to install full Ubuntu in that chip

[@TechsavvyProductions]

If you have the space on the HD.

[@BarbaraMcDermottMusicBit-pw2ok]

Fantastic tutorial. Thank you 👍

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Thank you for watching and the comment!

[@jasonwirick149]

my WP screw is out but it still says that it is locked

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Jason download the video notes found in the KZbin description. There are some great resources created by lots of good techs working on these Chromebooks and converting them to Linux. Check out those resources.

[@arsacode6145]

I have a TREEYA Chromebook and I want to install Lubuntu in this bad boy...but it seems that it's not as easy to get it really integrated. It has an AMD A6 processor

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Be sure to check the resources found in the video notes, it is a free download in the video description.

[@moocow1452]

Do you recommend a particular OS for the N42 once you have the full bios available?

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Find the smallest footprint Linux as the N42 has limited HD space, all work www.makeuseof.com/best-linux-distros-for-chromebooks/

[@diegodevops4151]

@@TechsavvyProductions get a Lenovo 300e 81HC because it comes with 32GB of Storage or even better, get a Lenovo N23 with a Celeron processor, 4GB of RAM, and 64GB or 128GB SSD for almost the same price as the Chromebook. You will have the space to install any Linux distro.

[@TechsavvyProductions]

These are great options!

[@MaheshKumar-tc3gn]

Sir, Is it not possible to install Fedora? By the way, thanks a lot for this video…

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Thanks for watching! Some versions of Linux are too large in size.

[@stanisawszczypua9076]

Hi, I have a problem after conversion: I bought Lenovo N42 (4 cores Pentium N3710, 4GB ram, 32GB disk, no touchscreen variant) I installed Ubuntu Mate. Everything sims to work (apart from screen brightness/ audio function keys) but there is something weird going on. When I watch KZbin using Opera browser after some time (like 5 minutes) laptop suddenly start to play continuous high tone. Only way to stop it is to close and reopen cover lid. Using Firefox browser after similar short time there is sudden stop of audio playback. Any thoughts or possible solutions? What operating system would you recommend? BTW my N42 also wasn't write protected.

[@TechsavvyProductions]

If you download the video notes in the video description I point you to a few really good websites which have experience doing this with many types of hardware. I would check out those recommended Linux versions.

[@stanisawszczypua9076]

@@TechsavvyProductions Finally I was able to install GaliumOS 3.1 but had problems with it. Starting from - do not use Rufus to write ISO on a pendrive - it won't work at all. Use Belana Etcher. Second problem do not connect to internet during GaliumOS install it will broke the Grub installation. I was finally able to run OS from my Lenovo N42 and now I'm running updates.

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Awesome!

[@johnsenchak1428]

You should do a short video on upgrading Windows 8.1 to Windows 10 using the media creation tool

[@TechsavvyProductions]

I actually have a Toshiba tablet with 8, but they crippled the firmware with no booting to externals.

[@cetinsss]

Thanks for the video, it's detailed and clear. I hit a little bit problem with my Asus C523N. When I look up the notes on the description, by the way very helpful, I found out that I need to use flushing method. Yet I'm in the UK and that Suzy-Q cable is impossible to find. Is there any other method I could use? I've removed my battery and try to start up just with cable connection but it didn't start up. Maybe it was silly but I just gave a shot.

[@cetinsss]

I'll found a way around by try-fail and just want to share if it helps anybody in the same situation. One of the users in Reddit suggest me to remove and put back the battery, it will help the reset this protection mode. I tried this and it didn't worked out. Wp was still enabled. But I've tried to disconnect battery circuit and turn on the chromebook as cable powered only. After that I've went into developer mode as per instructions and it was disabled then. I've successfully installed firmware and installed Zorin Os Lite version with a usb. It worked great, then I connected the battery circuit and close up the back of the chromebook and working perfectly.

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Make your own SuzyQable (Chrome OS Debug Cable) kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXjWqouinLirfM0&si=EnSIkaIECMiOmarE

[@currentfaves65]

My Chromebook support ended June 2024. Support has been extended to June 2027 BUT without playstore meaning NO VPN available.

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Almost every OS has a VPN or dozens of VPN choices

[@currentfaves65]

@@TechsavvyProductions I think you missed my point. Have you ever used a chromebook? There is no way to download a VPN without the playstore, which is NOT supported in the update extension.

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Sorry, you are correct! Why not move to Linux? I love the Chromebook OS, its simple yet secure for the most part and amazingly functional. If you need the VPN and your Chromebook storage allows a sizable Linux version I think you will be pleased.

[@currentfaves65]

@@TechsavvyProductions Desktop: I use one Chromebook for online banking exclusively and another for online credit card purchases because Google provides monthly updates and no Chromrbook has ever suffered from malware. I use Linux Mint for desktop recreation and education like KZbin. What is your favorite Linux distro?

[@TechsavvyProductions]

I have no favorites simply because there as so many cool distros! I often find myself with Ubuntu or Debian if I am doing serious computing. But who doesn't love Mint?

[@Liod470]

Can i install wordpress on lenovo chromebook

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Great question, I would check Chrome's Web store. You are limited to Android or Chrome's Web store for apps.

[@Liod470]

@@TechsavvyProductions There is a way to install linux then wordpress .. video on utube but i didt get it

[@IamSean.]

Do these steps work for other Chromebooks or is this for the N42 only?

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Great question, I demonstrated the N42 but in the video notes I share a wide variety of other brands and models that this can be done for. The steps for other Chromebooks are very similar. You might have to remove a write protect screw for your device but there are lots of step by step instructions on the internet.

[@IamSean.]

@@TechsavvyProductions thank you b

[@Simmo3D]

Great video. Thank you.

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Thanks for watching!

[@bobh5261]

I'd do it for the fun of it. but a Celeron N3060 has a aweful passmark rating of 658. Laptops have had double that passmark score since 2008

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Thank you for your support, most Chromebooks are not known for their speed, but once you get to the end of your support life of Chrome going to a light Linux allow the laptop usefulness to continue for a long time.

[@montecarlostudio5199]

interesting, anyone tried this on lenovo chromebook duet? thanks!

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Check out the video notes lots of online resources.

[@typingcat]

It just looks stupid that there is no Win (meta, super, or whatever) key and they have the two comically-wide Ctrl and Alt keys. Win key is a must even for Linux desktop, so the lack of the Win key, it would be very inconvenient to use it as a Linux laptop.

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Thanks for watching!

[@CedrickMC-Y1]

hey i not old enough yet but i want to know about lots of code and OS like Linux and windows so thanks for for helping me on my journey

[@TechsavvyProductions]

You are doing great!

[@gastrofile]

You are certainly old enough. Elon Musk supposedly wrote his first code at 12 years old, and he's just one of many.

[@jonathanhughman154]

I copied and pasted the script and it didn’t work

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Jonathan, download the video notes found in the video description. I put many great websites run by guys who do this with many varieties of Chromebooks and have a ton of really good help sections. Check out these resources.

[@jonathanhughman154]

@@TechsavvyProductions nevermind. Trying it from the guest account fixed my issue

[@century2298]

ctrl + d does nothing. Now what ?

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Please take a look at the video note, in the video description is a link and you can download. Lots of great resources in the notes.

[@rebelknights7078]

Hey thanks for the info. But my dell 13 lulu freezes on windows 10 and Linux mint 21 cinnamon, on 100% charge it freezes until hard restart, on boot sometimes it shows kernel error and sometimes touch stops working on restart. What should i do?

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Check out the video notes in the download link in the video description, lots of great resources by some guys who are doing this often and have a great deal of experience in this area of converting Chromebooks to Linux.

[@Tech_with_Loco]

Had to get to VT2 to run sudo command! Ran all the commands, it startrd loading, finally it stopped and in red stated "this is 64 bit program, your device is 32 bit!" Powerwashed, tried to find a 32 bit support, looks bleak, oh well! Did load a version of Ubunto by using the "linux" mode in settings, it worked, rather slowly, all done ! Powerwashed, hardware too weak! Was great when it was supported. Bought wife a Acer 515 plus, she loves it!

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Love to hear feedback and your experiences doing this! Others read the comment section and learn from one another. Thanks

[@user-zr7kz4vs7c]

after installing the bios on chromebook , May I ask how to set a "Bios" password on a chromebook ?

[@TechsavvyProductions]

It should be under security, but I gave my 'chromebook" now Linuxbook to my son and do not have access to "coreboot" the UEFI firmware. Lots of developer documentation but struggle to find an answer for you.

[@user-zr7kz4vs7c]

@@TechsavvyProductions thanks a lot! But Seems like there isn’t an option on my chromebook uefi bios screen, I am using the same command in your videos. Any ideas?

[@zzmariobruhhandle]

Fun Fact: Chromebook is a Linux computer. You can literally install croutoun using developer mode to imitate the exact same feeling, BUT you also get to keep ChromeOS. I dont see the point in switching. IF YOU DONT WANT TO LOSE YOUR DATA, Then just use Wine's virtual computer. Easy.

[@TechsavvyProductions]

True! Thanks for dropping the comment. People are converting for support and updates that Google will at some point stop.

[@YXEFlatl1ne]

@@TechsavvyProductions too much cpu usually

[@andreigiubleanu]

LV is the man !

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Thanks for watching!

[@Tech_with_Loco]

Did not work! Would not load !

[@TechsavvyProductions]

download the video notes (link in the video description) Lots of great resources in those notes.

[@Breadfruit24]

6:12

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Thanks for watching!

[@Breadfruit24]

@@TechsavvyProductions Thank YOU for helping me do this! You made it so easy

[@5StarKlix]

i have an arm processor does anyone know how to download linux on an arm processor

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Download the video notes for this video and lots of online resources.

[@TechsavvyProductions]

See the video notes, lots of online resources

[@5StarKlix]

@@TechsavvyProductions thank you very much

[@666yazman]

**EDIT** Nevermind it was as simple as unplugging battery and boot form power cord... THANK YOU>>> Great Video... Thank you... Unfortunately according to Mrchromebox my device ( LIARA) requires the CR50 Method and i cannot find a SUZYQABLE for sale on a reliable store for the sake of me.. so i am kind of stock. if anyone knows where to get them please by all means i would appreciate it.

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Thanks for watching and sharing for others some of the issues you found

[@adiposerex5150]

No way I would download from any site I do not know. Beware.

[@TechsavvyProductions]

Thanks for watching!

[@ZaheeruddinSaikh-ty7hi]

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[@TechsavvyProductions]

वीडियो विवरण में लिंक दिए गए हैं जहां से आप नोट्स डाउनलोड कर सकते हैं, मैं वीडियो नोट्स का हिंदी अनुवाद लिंक कर दूंगा, वे बहुत उपयोगी हो सकते हैं। docs.google.com/document/d/1Tuh7Tqj1LT-clxdkoAJfxwKFSVQ6a3zb/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100614388512706620074&rtpof=true&sd=true