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JacksonRobertson
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Feb 08, 2025

Need some help to create EndeavourOS bootable usb on Windows 11

Hi, Heard a lot of positive EndeavourOS Linux and could like to give a try on my spare PC. Now , I am stuck on installing EndeavourOS on my PC as I need to create a bootable USB on my Windows system...
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Nskdo
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Feb 08, 2025

How to create EndeavourOS bootable USB on Windows PC?

Step 1: Grab the Image
First things first, you need the EndeavourOS ISO file. It’s like the starter pack for your Linux journey.

Step 2: Get a Tool
We have this awesome thing called ‘Windows PowerShell’. If you’ve ever used Command Prompt, and didn’t want to fling your keyboard out the window, you can handle this. Open that bad boy up (just search for PowerShell on your Start menu) and let’s get our USB prepared. Here’s where it gets real:

  • Insert your USB drive - make sure it's empty, because when my mom comes to visit, we'll wipe it cleaner than my apartment!
  • Type Get-Disk - this command lists all your drives, including your trusty USB. You better memorize it like your phone number - use it wisely; don't screw up and format the wrong drive!
  • You'll see something like Disk 1, Disk 2, etc. Identify your USB. Let's say it's Disk 1.
  • Now, you'll type Clear-Disk -Number 1 -RemoveData to wipe it. It's like giving it a fresh start, but without the existential crisis.
  • Next, we need to create a new partition and format it. Type: New-Partition -DiskNumber 1 -UseMaximumSize -AssignDriveLetter | Format-Volume -FileSystem FAT32
     
  • Boom! Your USB drive is now formatted.

 

Step 3: Mount the ISO
Now we wanna make the ISO accessible. You can do this by double-clicking the ISO file. Windows natively supports mounting these images, so congratulations, you’ve just opened a door to an alternate universe – well, sort of!

Step 4: Copy the Files
To create EndeavourOS bootable USB on Windows PC. We now need to copy all the files from the mounted ISO to your USB drive. It’s like moving into a new apartment, but instead of boxes, you’re just dragging files like a tech-savvy pack rat.  So, open the mounted ISO in File Explorer, highlight everything (CTRL + A), then right-click and select Copy. Then, go over to your USB drive and Paste. It might take a moment, so while it’s copying, you can take a break. Maybe consider a snack? Coping with tech is hungry work!

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