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Flpence
Copper Contributor
Jul 13, 2026

How to download Windows 11 installer to a USB?

I'm trying to create a bootable USB drive with the Windows 11 installer, but I'm not sure about the right way to do it. Should I use the official Media Creation Tool, or can I download the ISO and us...
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wentto
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Jul 14, 2026

UUP Dump is a pretty clever workaround if you're trying to grab a specific version of the Windows 11 installer without using Microsoft's official tools. It's especially useful when you want an older build that Microsoft no longer offers directly on their site, like 23H2 or 24H2.

How it works:

  1. Go to the UUP Dump website.
  2. Select the specific Windows 11 version and build you want (e.g., version 24H2 or a preview build like 26H2).
  3. Choose your language and edition.
  4. Select the "Download and convert to ISO" option, then click "Create download package".
  5. Run the downloaded script. The process takes a long time and requires significant free space (about 70 GB) on your main drive. Once finished, you will have a custom ISO file on your computer.

 

Running the script will give you an ISO file, but you'll still need a tool to actually burn that ISO onto your USB drive to make it bootable. So you might need that one third-party tool after all.

In short, UUP Dump is a fantastic and widely trusted way to get a specific Windows 11 installer, especially when official channels aren't cooperating. Just be prepared for a more hands-on process and make sure you're using the official website. It's a favorite among enthusiasts for a reason!