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Installing the OS on an NVMe SSD
===================================

If you are using an NVMe SSD and have an adapter to connect the NVMe SSD to your computer for system installation, you can use the following tutorial for a quick installation.

**Required Components**

* A Personal Computer
* A NVMe SSD
* A NVMe to USB Adapter
* Micro SD Card and Reader


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2. Update the Bootloader
--------------------------------

First, update the Raspberry Pi 5 bootloader so it tries to boot from **NVMe first**, then **USB**, and finally the **SD card**.

.. note::

    It is recommended to use a **spare Micro SD card** for this step.
    
    - Method 1 (Recommended): Write the bootloader to a Micro SD card, insert it into the Raspberry Pi, and boot once to apply the setting.
    - Method 2: Write the bootloader directly to the NVMe SSD. Afterward, connect the NVMe to a computer to install the OS, then put it back into the Raspberry Pi.

#. Insert the spare **Micro SD card or NVMe SSD** into your computer using a card reader or adapter.

#. When Raspberry Pi Imager opens, you will see the **Device** page. Select your Raspberry Pi 5 model from the list.

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#. Click **OS**.

   * Scroll down and select **Misc utility images**.

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   * Select **Bootloader (Pi 5 family)**.

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   * Choose **NVMe/USB Boot** to set the boot order, then click **NEXT**.

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#. In **Storage**, select the correct Micro SD card or NVMe SSD, then click **NEXT**.

   .. note::

      Make sure the correct device is selected. Disconnect other storage devices if needed.

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#. Review the settings and click **WRITE** to start.

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#. Confirm the warning and allow Raspberry Pi Imager to erase and write the bootloader.

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#. Wait until **Write complete!** appears, then safely remove the storage device.

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#. Insert the Micro SD card into the Raspberry Pi and power it on once to apply the bootloader update.

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#. Wait at least **10 seconds** after the Raspberry Pi finishes booting, then power it off and remove the Micro SD card or NVMe SSD.

The Raspberry Pi 5 is now ready to boot from **NVMe**.

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3. Install OS to NVMe SSD
-----------------------------------

Now you can install the operating system on your NVMe SSD.

#. Insert the **NVMe SSD** into your computer using an adapter.

2. When Raspberry Pi Imager opens, you will see the **Device** page. Select your Raspberry Pi 5 model from the list.

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3. Go to the **OS** section and choose the recommended **Raspberry Pi OS (64-bit)** option.

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4. In the **Storage** section, select your **NVMe SSD**. 

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