Local Network Update

Local Network Update (LAN)

This method applies a desktop update using files pulled from another computer on the local network. It is an efficient way to apply patch updates without needing a USB drive.

When to use this method

This method is ideal for applying minor patch updates (e.g., from 23.3.0 to 23.3.1). For major or minor version updates (e.g., from 23.x to 24.x), the recommended approach is to use the USB Update method or perform a fresh install.


Before You Begin

  • Ensure the admin component is up-to-date.
  • Verify you have enough free space: df -h /var/btrfs

For Devices with < 32GB Storage

If your device has less than 32GB of storage and you are performing a major version update (e.g., from 23.x to 24.x), you must free up space first. Use the tl-comp-manage tool to delete old desktop versions and snapshots before proceeding.


Update Steps

1. Check Available Version

Verify the version of the desktop component that is available locally.

tl-comp-latest desktop

2. Unpack the Update Image

Unpack the OS image, replacing x.x.x with the version number you found above.

tl-img-unpack /var/btrfs x.x.x

3. Apply the Update

Restore the unpacked image to apply the update.

tl-img-restore /var/btrfs x.x.x

4. Finalize

Reboot the computer to complete the installation.

sudo reboot
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