Introduction
CentOS 7.2 is a popular Linux distribution based on Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL). It is known for its stability, security, and extensive community support. This guide will walk you through the process of installing CentOS 7.2 in English, ensuring a smooth and successful installation.
System Requirements
Before you begin the installation, make sure your system meets the following requirements:
A minimum of 1GB of RAM (2GB or more recommended)
A minimum of 10GB of hard drive space (20GB or more recommended)
A compatible CPU (x86, x86_64, or ARM)
A CD/DVD drive or a USB drive with the CentOS 7.2 ISO file
Step 1: Downloading the CentOS 7.2 ISO
Visit the CentOS website at
https://www.centos.org/
Navigate to the “Download CentOS” section and select the appropriate version (CentOS 7.2)
Choose the “DVD ISO” or “Minimal ISO” option, depending on your needs
Download the ISO file to your computer
Step 2: Creating a Bootable USB Drive
Download a tool like Rufus or UNetbootin to create a bootable USB drive
Insert a USB drive into your computer
Open Rufus or UNetbootin and select the CentOS 7.2 ISO file
Follow the on-screen instructions to create the bootable USB drive
Step 3: Booting from the USB Drive
Restart your computer and enter the BIOS or UEFI settings
Change the boot order to prioritize the USB drive
Save the changes and exit the BIOS/UEFI settings
Restart your computer and boot from the USB drive
Step 4: Starting the Installation Process
Once the CentOS installer starts, you will see the language selection screen
Select “English” as the preferred language and click “Continue”
Choose your keyboard layout and click “Continue”
Step 5: Partitioning Your Drive
The installer will present you with a list of available drives and partitions
Select the drive you want to install CentOS on and click “Next”
You will be prompted to partition the drive. Choose “Create partitions” and click “Next”
Select “LVM” as the partitioning scheme for better flexibility and click “Next”
Create a new partition for the root (/) directory by clicking “Create”
Set the following values:
Size: 10GB or more
Mount Point: /
File System: xfs
Click “OK” to create the partition
Repeat the process to create a partition for the swap space:
Size: 2GB or more
Mount Point: swap
File System: swap
Click “OK” to create the swap partition
Click “Finish” to apply the changes
Step 6: Installing CentOS 7.2
Select the “English” keyboard layout and click “Continue”
Choose your time zone and click “Continue”
Enter your full name, username, and password for the root user
Click “Continue” to begin the installation process
Wait for the installation to complete. This may take some time
Step 7: Post-Installation
Once the installation is complete, remove the USB drive and restart your computer
Log in with the root user or the user you created during the installation process
Update your system packages by running the following command:
sudo yum update
Install any additional software packages you need using the following command:
sudo yum install package_name
Conclusion
Congratulations! You have successfully installed CentOS 7.2 in English. By following this step-by-step guide, you should now have a functional CentOS system ready for use.