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Old 31st August 2010
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Originally Posted by klanger View Post
Now this is a big +1 for OpenBSD.

What stops me from even trying OBSD/NetBSD is the lack of img file - I use BSD on my netbook since it has a "good hardware for BSD" but it has no cd-rom (as most netbooks).
Is there a way to install OBSD form an usb-stick?
An image file isn't necessary, FAQ 14.17.3 shows an easy way to do it if you lack an existing installation of OpenBSD to work with.

If you own another system that has a floppy or CD-ROM drive, which also has a USB port, you can boot the floppy/CD-ROM and prepare the USB drive for booting on the netbook.. either manually or just by doing a full installation of OpenBSD right onto the USB drive.

Other options from FAQ 4.13.6 include PXE booting (..if BIOS/Ethernet support it) or simply obtaining a USB floppy/CD-ROM drive and use the regular installation media.

No need to make it complicated..
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