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Installing Windows 11 from a USB Drive with Rufus
Are you ready to upgrade your Windows experience and start fresh? Installing Windows 11 is easier than ever, thanks to the power of Rufus, a popular tool for burning ISO files onto USB drives. In this article, we’ll guide you through the step-by-step process of installing Windows 11 from a downloaded image.
What You Need:
- A blank USB drive with at least 8GB of free space (preferably a USB 3.0 drive)
- Rufus v2.1 or later (download from the official website for the latest version)
- Your Windows installation media (Windows 11 ISO file)
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Choose your USB Drive: Select a blank USB drive that is not already in use on your computer and has at least 8GB of free space.
- Download Rufus: Download the latest version of Rufus from the official website (rufus.net) and save it to your computer.
- Launch Rufus: Double-click on the Rufus icon and select «Open» to launch the tool.
- Select the USB Drive: In the Rufus interface, click on «Drive» and then «Browse» to select the blank USB drive you’ve chosen for installation.
- Choose the Windows 11 Image: Click on «ISO» and browse to your Windows 11 ISO file that you downloaded earlier. Make sure it’s in a compatible format (ISO).
- Set the Boot Options (Optional): If you want to force the computer to boot from the USB drive during installation, check the box next to «Always show advanced boot options.»
- Create a Boot Menu: Click on «Boot» and then «New Boot Menu» to create a new boot menu.
- Configure the Boot Options (Optional): You can choose to enable or disable the Windows 11 installation by selecting from a list of boot options, such as «Always show advanced boot options,» «Install only the operating system,» or «Customize this PC.»
- Save and Load: Click on «Save» to save your new boot menu and «Load» to load it into Rufus.
- Start the Installation: Once you’ve configured all settings, click on «Boot Menu» and then «Run» to start the installation process.
- Follow the On-Screen Instructions: Rufus will guide you through the installation process, which includes creating a new partition, installing drivers, and setting up your computer for Windows 11. Follow all on-screen instructions carefully to complete the installation.
Tips and Precautions:
- Make sure to back up your data before starting the installation process.
- Only use Rufus with an ISO file that is specifically designed for your architecture (x86 or x64).
- If you’re using a USB drive with less than 8GB of free space, make sure it can handle the installation process.
By following these steps and using Rufus to install Windows 11 from a downloaded image, you’ll be able to experience the latest version of Windows on your computer.