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@@ -199,6 +199,8 @@ curl -sL "https://raw.githubusercontent.com/home-assistant/hassio-installer/mast
 
 See the [hassio-installer](https://github.com/home-assistant/hassio-installer) GitHub page for an up-to-date listing of supported machine types.
 
+If you can not find your machine type in the list, you should pick the `qemu` release. i.e., `qemux86-64` for a normal 64-bit Linux distribution, or `qemuarm-64` for most modern ARM-based target like Raspberry Pi clones, or TV boxes.
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 <div class='note'>
 When you use this installation method, the core SSH add-on may not function correctly. If that happens, use the community SSH add-on. Some of the documentation might not work for your installation either.
 </div>