How to Install and Set Up Ubuntu on Raspberry Pi 5 with an NVMe SSD

Introduction The Raspberry Pi 5 is a powerful mini-computer that now supports NVMe SSDs, providing faster storage speeds and improved performance. In this guide, I’ll walk you through the process of installing Ubuntu on Raspberry Pi 5, setting up an NVMe SSD, configuring the network, and troubleshooting common issues. Step 1: Preparing the Installation Media To install Ubuntu, you need to flash the OS onto a microSD card. Download Raspberry Pi Imager . Insert a microSD card (minimum 16GB recommended) into your computer. Open Raspberry Pi Imager , select Ubuntu Server 24.04 (or latest version) , and write it to the microSD card. Once done, insert the microSD card into the Raspberry Pi 5. Step 2: Booting into Ubuntu and First Login Power on your Raspberry Pi 5. The system will boot into Ubuntu, and you'll be prompted to log in. Use the default credentials: Use...