# Standard Desktop Computers

> [!WARNING]
> **Devices smaller than 32GB:** If your device has less than 32GB of storage, **do not** use this guide. Please follow the instructions for updating smaller devices or Chromebooks instead.

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Before updating, ensure your USB drive contains the latest {{< term "component" >}} files. If it doesn't, you can prepare it on a computer that has the latest updates downloaded.

```bash
# List connected drives to identify your USB
lsblk

# Run the update command (replace /dev/sdX with your USB device)
tl-usb-update-components /dev/sdX
```

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## Update The Computer

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### Step 1: Plug in USB and Launch Updater

Plug the USB drive into the computer you want to update. Then, search for **"Update Components"** in the application menu and launch it, or run `tl-comp-update` in the terminal.

### Step 2: Select Update Method

In the application, select **Update → Update Desktop (Using USB)**.

![Select this](/images/components-updater.png "Update Components")

### Step 3: Choose USB Drive

Choose your USB drive from the list that appears.

### Step 4: Unplug USB

Wait for the process to complete, then unplug the USB drive when prompted to do so.

### Step 5: Reboot

The system updates automatically in the background. Once it is finished, press <kbd>Y</kbd> to reboot the computer, or reboot it manually.

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