This simple tutorial explains how to put OpenMandriva on a USB Flash Drive from within a running Windows environment by using YUMI. Upon completion, the resulting Bootable USB can be used to try out Open Mandriva Live on USB. You can also use the Bootable USB to install to your hard drive, instead of using a traditional CD/DVD ROM for installation.
Live OpenMandriva USB Bootable
- Distribution Home Page: Project Page
- Developer: OpenMandriva Association
- Persistent Feature: No
What is OpenMandriva?
OpenMandriva is a Linux distribution that aims to provide an open source and simple to use computing environment. It is the successor to the Mandrake Linux distribution. It typically features the KDE Plasma desktop environment as its default, although users can install and use other desktop environments as well.
This distro inherits many of its characteristics from Mandriva Linux, which was a popular Linux distribution until financial difficulties led to its discontinuation. The community driven effort to continue the Mandriva legacy resulted in its creation. Features include:
- KDE Plasma Desktop: Uses the KDE Plasma desktop environment as its default, providing a visually appealing and user-friendly interface. It also offers versions with alternative desktop environments like LXQt for users who prefer a lighter option.
- Package Management: Uses the dnf package manager, with a graphical frontend called DnfDragora, to simplify the installation, removal, and updating of software packages.
- Community Driven: Relies on contributions from the community. Users and developers collaborate to improve and maintain the distribution.
- Hybrid Release Model: Offers both a stable release for general use and a rolling release model, called Cooker, where updates are continuously released. This allows users to choose between a more stable experience or staying on the cutting edge.
- Multilingual Support: Provides support for multiple languages, making it accessible to users around the world.
- Free and Open Source: Built on open source principles, this Linux distribution is freely available for users to download, use, modify, and redistribute.
According to the Official Project Page, it aims to develop a pragmatic Linux distribution that delivers the best user experience for everyone, from newcomers to experienced developers. Our mission is to strike a perfect balance between modern features and system stability.
Rooted in the traditions of Mandrake, we are a global community of passionate individuals dedicated to free software. Together, we collaboratively make technical and strategic decisions, fostering an environment where knowledge is shared, and friendships are formed.
OpenMandriva Lx stands out as a unique and independently developed Linux distribution, not based on any other. It was the first distribution to be built with the Clang compiler, beginning with the OMLx 3.x development cycle in early 2016—prior to Android’s adoption of this technology.
OpenMandriva USB Drive Creation Essentials
- Windows 8/10/11
- Computer that can boot from USB
- OpenMandriva ISO file
- USB Flash Drive
- YUMI (Multiboot USB Creator Tool)
How to Make a Bootable Open Mandriva USB
- From the official page, Download OpenMandriva ISO file.
- Download and launch the YUMI Multiboot USB Boot Media Creation Tool
- (1.) Choose your flash drive from the drop down list.
(2.) Then select Try Unlisted ISO from the list.
(3.) Browse to your ISO file, and then click Create.
- Once the YUMI script has finished, restart your PC and set your BIOS or Boot Menu to boot from the USB device. Save your changes and then reboot.
If all went smoothly, you should be presented with a YUMI Boot Menu option that you can now select to Boot your Live OpenMandriva USB flash drive.