Installing Ubuntu Desktop 24.04 LTS on Raspberry Pi 5

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Installing Ubuntu Desktop 24.04 LTS on Raspberry Pi 5


Introduction

Ubuntu Desktop 24.04 transforms your Raspberry Pi into a full-featured desktop environment. While Ubuntu Core is for headless, IoT setups, Ubuntu Desktop is designed for use with a monitor, keyboard, and mouse—perfect for general computing tasks.


This guide will walk you through installing Ubuntu Desktop 24.04 on your Raspberry Pi 4 or 5.


What You’ll Need:

A Raspberry Pi 4 or 5 (2GB RAM or more)

A microSD card (16GB or larger)

A computer with a microSD card reader

A monitor, keyboard, and mouse

An internet connection (Wi-Fi or Ethernet)


Step 1: Download the Raspberry Pi Imager

To begin, download and install the Raspberry Pi Imager on your PC, Mac, or Linux machine:

1.  Visit the Raspberry Pi Imager download page.

2.  Choose the version for your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux) and follow the installation instructions.


Step 2: Write the Image to a microSD Card

Now it's time to install the OS onto the microSD card:

1.  Open Raspberry Pi Imager on your computer.

2.  Select Choose OS, scroll to Other general-purpose OS, and choose Ubuntu Desktop 24.04 (64-bit).

3.  Select Choose Storage, then insert your microSD card and choose it from the list.

4.  Click Write to download and install the Ubuntu Desktop image to your microSD card.


Once complete, remove the microSD card and insert it into your Raspberry Pi for the next steps.


Step 3: Booting Ubuntu Desktop for the First Time

The next step is to start up Ubuntu on your Raspberry Pi:

1. Insert the microSD card into your Raspberry Pi.

2. Connect the monitor, keyboard, and mouse.

3. Power on the Raspberry Pi, and wait for Ubuntu Desktop to load.


Step 4: Initial Setup and Network Configuration

Once Ubuntu Desktop boots, follow these steps:

1. Select your language and time zone.

2. Create a user account.

3. Connect to Wi-Fi (if using Ethernet, it should connect automatically).


Step 5: Customize Your Ubuntu Desktop Experience

After setup, you’ll be greeted by the Ubuntu Desktop environment. You can:

  • Adjust display settings.
  • Install apps from the Ubuntu Software Center
  • Use the system just like any desktop PC.


Going Headless (Optional)

If you want to use Ubuntu Desktop without a monitor later, you can enable SSH:

1. Open a terminal and run the following commands;


   $ sudo apt update

   $ sudo apt install openssh-server


2. Find your IP address:

 

   $ hostname -I


3. Use SSH to connect from another computer:


   $ ssh <username>@<ip-address>


Conclusion

Ubuntu Desktop on the Raspberry Pi offers a familiar, full-featured experience, making it ideal for general computing. Whether you’re using it for development, media, or as a lightweight desktop, it’s a great option for the Raspberry Pi 4 and 5.



Image:  guaxipo from Pixabay

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