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How can i create a bootable usb drive for windows 10 install?
Bought an used laptop from eBay and the seller has wiped the drive. Currently, there is no os on it. I was told to make a Windows 10 installation media to get the job done. The laptop is about 7 year...
Why not use Bootsect if you are going to You can create bootable USB drive for Windows 10?
- Download bootsect.exe from a trusted source (often included in Windows ADK or other tools).
- Alternatively, you can obtain bootsect.exe from a Windows installation ISO's sources folder.
- Copy bootsect.exe to your USB drive.
- Open Command Prompt as Administrator.
- Navigate to the USB drive: X:
- Run the command: bootsect /nt60 X:
- This updates the boot sector to make it bootable for BIOS or UEFI systems.
And then, boot from USB:
- Restart your PC.
- Enter BIOS/UEFI settings (usually by pressing F2, F12, DEL, or ESC during startup).
- Set the USB drive as the first boot device.
- Save settings and reboot.
- Your PC should now boot from the USB drive and start Windows 10 installation.
To create bootable USB drive for Windows 10. This manual method does not always guarantee a bootable drive for UEFI systems. For UEFI, ensure the ISO is UEFI-compatible, and your system supports UEFI boot.