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Best way to make windows 11 bootable usb from iso?
Built my first PC and I need to install the OS myself. I never done this done before. Could you pls share me the best way to make Windows 11 bootable from ISO?
Making a Windows 11 bootable USB on Windows itself isn’t too complicated, but there are a few downsides I’ve come across from personal experience and what others have told me:
- If you mess up the diskpart commands or select the wrong disk, you could wipe out important data or even the wrong drive. Gotta be super careful with those commands!
- It’s a bit of a process — mounting the ISO, copying files, formatting, etc. If you're in a rush, it can feel like taking the scenic route.
- When making Windows 11 bootable USB. If the ISO file isn’t perfect or gets corrupted during download, your USB might be bootable but won’t work properly. Always double-check the hash!
- If your current Windows is acting up or corrupted, creating a bootable USB might be tricky or impossible until you fix that first.
- Sometimes, Windows might try to lock certain files or interfere with the process, especially if you're running background updates or antivirus.
- USB write speeds and your system performance can slow down the process, making it frustrating at times.
Overall, it’s pretty straightforward but just be extra cautious with disk commands and verify everything beforehand.