Ubuntu Install on new external hdd

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Installing Ubuntu on a new external HDD can be accomplished without partitioning, but it is recommended to create multiple partitions for optimal performance: /Boot, /Data, /Home, and a swap partition. Users have reported issues booting from USB drives, even after adjusting BIOS settings to prioritize USB booting. In cases where USB booting fails, utilizing GRUB from the external drive is a viable alternative for managing boot options.

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  • Research how to partition drives for Ubuntu installation
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This discussion is beneficial for Linux enthusiasts, system administrators, and users looking to install Ubuntu on external storage devices while optimizing their setup for performance and usability.

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Just a quick question, will I have to partition the new hdd, to load the OS or will it be okay to install OS straight onto?
 
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You can install on a single partition (besides swap). Ideally however you want 3/4 partitions. /Boot, /Data , /Home and one for swap.
 
having a problem booting Ubuntu from my drive. I didn't use the hdd in the end used a flash drive, 16GB. Mainly just want to try a few diff distribution before making a permanent decision. So I used the pendrive linux load on okay, but my laptop still won't boot from usb. I change the bios setting to boot from drive first, dose not seem to be detecting it. So is my only other option is to use grub from the drive with the Ubuntu correct or not?
 

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