How To Install Arch Linux The First Time - Complete Walkthrough

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Installing Arch Linux doesn’t have to be difficult! In this step-by-step tutorial, Jay from LearnLinuxTV guides you through two reliable methods to install Arch Linux in 2025. First, you’ll see how to use the Archinstall script—a user-friendly option perfect for beginners. Then, for advanced users who prefer full control, Jay demonstrates the manual Arch Linux installation process from start to finish. Whether you’re new to Arch or want to master the classic method, this video has you covered. If this video helped you run Arch, consider showing your support by buying an "I run Arch" shirt! ➜ https://learnlinux.link/arch-shirt Official blog post for this video ➜ https://learnlinux.link/arch-guide *🐧 Donate to Learn Linux TV and Receive a PDF with tips for switching to Linux* Contains over 40 pages of tips and recommendations to help make your transition easier! Check it out here ➜ https://learnlinux.link/linux-desktop-tips *💧 Spin up some Linux Servers with Digital Ocean* Digital Ocean is a great way to quickly spin up some Linux machines! • Check it out here ➜ https://learnlinux.link/digitalocean (Affiliate Link) *📄 Check out this awesome Linux commands cheatsheet!* Support Learn Linux TV and grab yourself this super-handy cheatsheet, featuring all the important Linux commands and their most useful options. Grab yours here ➜ https://learnlinux.link/linux-commands *🛍️ Support The Channel and Get Awesome Linux Swag!* Head on over to the Learn Linux TV Merch Shop and check out some great Linux-themed gear, including (but not limited to) T-shirts, drinkware, buttons, stickers and more! • "apt install coffee" T-Shirt ➜ https://learnlinux.link/apt-install-coffee • "sudo" T-Shirt ➜ https://learnlinux.link/sudo-shirt • Linux Commands Cheat Sheet ➜ https://learnlinux.link/linux-commands • "May Spontaneously Talk About Linux" T-Shirt ➜ https://learnlinux.link/talk-about-linux-shirt • "Dark Side of the Terminal" T-Shirt ➜ https://learnlinux.link/dark-side-shirt • Lots more ➜ https://merch.learnlinux.tv _Use coupon code "LINUXFAN" to get 10% off your entire order ➜ https://merch.learnlinux.tv_ *🐧 Other Ways to Support Learn Linux TV* • Patreon ➜ https://learnlinux.link/patron • Spin up your very own Linux server ➜ https://learnlinux.link/digitalocean • Linux swag ➜ https://merch.learnlinux.tv • Check out Netdata ➜ https://learnlinux.link/netdata • Jay's Gear ➜ https://learnlinux.link/amazon _Note: Royalties and/or commission is earned from each of the above links_ *🕐 Time Codes* 00:00 - Intro 01:40 - Tutorial disclaimers and etc 03:50 - Downloading the ISO image 05:43 - Some considerations before we install 07:39 - Connecting Arch Linux to WiFi 10:48 - Enabling SSH to make installation easier (optional) 12:33 - Installing Arch Linux via the "archinstall" Method 24:19 - Installing Arch Linux via the manual method 25:08 - Partitioning our Disk 32:13 - Formatting our partitions 33:11 - Setting up an encrypted partition 34:32 - Configuring LVM 41:31 - Installing required packages 42:06 - Generating the fstab file 43:10 - Using arch-chroot to finish our installation 43:53 - Setting up users 45:28 - Installing additional packages 47:36 - Enabling SSH 47:56 - Installing a Linux kernel 50:09 - Installing a GPU driver 53:19 - Generating Ram Disk(s) for our Kernel(s) 55:07 - Configuring the locale, GRUB, etc *🎥 VIDEO SPECIFIC LINKS* • Official blog post for this video ➜ https://learnlinux.link/arch-guide • Locale documentation ➜ https://wiki.archlinux.org/title/locale*🎓 Full Linux Courses* • Linux Crash Course ➜ https://linux.video/cc • Netdata ➜ https://linux.video/netdata • tmux ➜ https://linux.video/tmux • vim ➜ https://linux.video/vim • Bash Scripting ➜ https://linux.video/bash • Proxmox VE ➜ https://linux.video/pve • Ansible (Paid) ➜ https://learnlinux.link/ansible • LPI Linux Essentials (Paid) ➜ https://learnlinux.link/linux-essentials *🎓 More About Learn Linux TV* • Main site ➜ https://www.learnlinux.tv • Community Forums ➜ https://community.learnlinux.tv • Github Account ➜ https://github.com/LearnLinuxTV • Content Ethics ➜ https://www.learnlinux.tv/content-ethics • Request Paid Assistance ➜ https://www.learnlinux.tv/request-assistance ⚠️ Use Content Responsibly Learn Linux TV shares technical content intended to teach and help you, but it comes with no warranty. The channel is not liable for any damages from its use. Always ensure you have proper permissions, follow company policies, and comply with all applicable laws while working with infrastructure. #ArchLinux #Linux_tutorial #Linux