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Learn how to install RHEL 10 Workstation in 12 easy, step‑by‑step instructions—from downloading the ISO to post‑install configuration, complete with CLI examples and practical tips.
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 10 Workstation is a powerful, enterprise-grade operating system tailored for developers, sysadmins, and professionals. This guide walks you through installing RHEL 10 Workstation in 12 clear, beginner-friendly steps—from downloading the ISO to installing packages and configuring your first user. Whether you’re new to Linux or migrating from RHEL 9, this tutorial ensures you’re up and running smoothly.
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🔹1. Download the RHEL 10 DVD ISO |
Go to the official Red Hat Customer Portal and download the RHEL 10 Workstation DVD ISO. If you don’t have an account, you can register for free. You should see a file named something like rhel-10.0-x86_64-dvd.iso.
💡Tip: Always verify the checksum to ensure the ISO integrity. |
sha256sum rhel-10.0-x86_64-dvd.iso
# compare with the published SHA‑256 checksum
🔹2. Create a Bootable USB or Mount the ISO |
sudo dd if=rhel‑10…iso of=/dev/sdX bs=4M status=progress oflag=sync
Replace /dev/sdX with your USB device. Or, you can burn a DVD or use virtualization (e.g., virt-manager, VirtualBox) and mount the ISO directly.
🔹3. Boot from Installation Media |
Insert your USB stick (or connect your DVD) and restart your machine. Enter BIOS/UEFI and choose the USB/DVD as the boot device. The RHEL installer welcome screen should appear.
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🔹4. Select Language & Keyboard Layout |
Choose your preferred language and keyboard layout for installation. This step ensures a comfortable user experience post-install. Click Continue to proceed.
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🔹5. Configure Installation Destination |
Select the target disk. You can choose:
| Option | Description |
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| Automatic partitioning | RHEL chooses partitions automatically (Root, Swap, Home) |
| Custom partitioning | You design partitions as needed (e.g., LVM, Btrfs, separate /home) |
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For beginners, “Automatic partitioning selected” is easiest and the default setting; advanced users may prefer custom layouts.
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If you’re an advanced user, you can click “Installation Destination” and manually select you’re preferred partitioning scheme (sample layout below). Then, click Done when finished.
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🔹6. Set Network & Hostname |
If your system is connected to a network with internet access or DHCP enabled, it will typically connect automatically by default. To configure or modify the hostname and IP address settings, simply click on “Network & Host Name.”
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🔹7. Choose Software Selection |
By default “Server with GUI” is selected but the installer offers predefined environments. For most Workstation users, select:
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🔹8. Set Root Password & Create First User |
Root Password: Choose a strong password. This is also where you can choose to enable or disable the root account entirely, and decide whether it should be accessible via SSH.
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Create User:
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This allows the user to manage the system using sudo.
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🔹9. Configure Security Profiles (Firewall & SELinux) |
RHEL comes secure by default. Still, you can double-check:
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sudo sestatus # SELinux status
sudo firewall-cmd --state # should return “running”
Optionally, open ports (e.g., SSH):
sudo firewall-cmd --add-service=ssh --permanent
sudo firewall-cmd --reload
🔹10. Begin Installation |
Click Begin Installation.
A progress screen will show:
| Installation Item | Status |
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| Software packages | Installing |
| Time & Date | Setting time zone, clock |
| Installation source | Loading from DVD/ISO |
| Network/Host configuration | Cached from earlier setup |
This may take several minutes depending on hardware and media speed.
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🔹11. Reboot & Initial Setup |
Once installation completes, click Reboot. Remove your installation media when prompted.
Upon first boot, you’ll land on a login screen. Log in with your user account. A few optional first‑boot steps may include:
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🔹12. Post‑Install Configuration & System Updates |
Now it’s time to update your system and install common developer tools:
sudo dnf update -y
sudo dnf install @development-tools vim git -y
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uname -r
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sudo dnf repolist
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sudo dnf install \
https://download1.rpmfusion.org/free/el/rpmfusion-free-release-10.noarch.rpm \
https://download1.rpmfusion.org/nonfree/el/rpmfusion-nonfree-release-10.noarch.rpm
Once installed, you can install packages such as:
sudo dnf install vlc ffmpeg -y
| Step | Title | Key Command / Action |
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| 1 | Download ISO | sha256sum … |
| 2 | Create Boot Media | dd if=… of=/dev/sdX |
| 3 | Boot Installer | BIOS/UEFI → USB/DVD |
| 4 | Language & Keyboard | UI selection |
| 5 | Installation Destination | Automatic vs. Custom partitioning |
| 6 | Network & Hostname | nmcli …, hostnamectl |
| 7 | Software Selection | Choose “Workstation” environment |
| 8 | Root Pass & User Setup | UI prompts |
| 9 | Security & Firewall | sestatus, firewall-cmd |
| 10 | Install OS | Click “Begin Installation” |
| 11 | Reboot & Login | Remove media → Log in |
| 12 | Updates & Tools | dnf update, dnf install @development-tools… |
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