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Windows 11 24H2 Failed to Install. How to Reinstall from USB Drive?
Windows 11 24H2 failed to install. How to reinstall from USB drive? You'll need to create a bootable USB drive. Here’s how:
-Grab a USB Drive: Make sure it's at least 8GB. You will lose everything on it, so pick one that's empty or has stuff you don’t mind erasing.
-Download the Media Creation Tool: Head over to the Microsoft website and download the Windows 11 Media Creation Tool.
-Run the Tool: Follow the prompts, select 'Create installation media,' and choose your language, edition, and architecture (64-bit for most folks).
-Select USB Flash Drive: Choose your USB drive from the list, and let it do its thing. This part can take a bit so just chill while it downloads the files.
Step 2: Boot from USB
-Insert the USB Drive: Plug your freshly made USB stick into your PC.
-Restart Your Computer: As it boots, you need to slam that BIOS/Boot Menu key (usually F2, F12, ESC, or DEL—varies by manufacturer).
-Select the USB Drive: Once you're in that menu, pick your USB drive and hit Enter.
Step 3: Install Windows 11
-Choose Language and Preferences: After it boots up, just go through the initial setup screens—you can leave the defaults if you want.
-Click Install Now: Choose “Custom: Install Windows only (advanced)” when it prompts you for the type of installation.
-Partition Madness: Here, you can select your drive. It usually shows as “Drive 0”. If you want a full clean install, you can format it (again, make sure you’ve backed up everything!).
-Follow the Prompts: Windows will now install. Grab a snack and just chill; it’ll reboot a few times.
Step 4: Post-Installation Setup
-Set Up Your Account: Follow the prompts to get your Microsoft account logged in or create a local account if you prefer.
-Check for Updates: Once you’re on the desktop, hit Windows Update to make sure everything is up to date.
Step 5: Restore Your Stuff
-Finally, once everything’s settled, you can start reinstalling your apps and restoring your files from that backup.