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Windows 11 24H2 Failed to Install. How to Reinstall from USB Drive?
If you're facing a failed installation of Windows 11 24H2 and considering a reinstall from a USB drive, there are a few downsides to keep in mind. First off, reinstalling can totally wipe your settings and apps, which means you might have to go through the hassle of setting everything up again—yeah, nobody loves that. Plus, if you've got any personal files not backed up, there's a risk they could get lost during the process, so definitely back up important stuff ahead of time!
From my experience, When Windows 11 24H2 still failed to install. Using the Microsoft Media Creation Tool to create that USB drive is the smoothest route, but you might need to fiddle with BIOS settings to boot from the drive, and that can be a bit tricky if you’ve never done it. Also, if you’re stuck on older hardware, you might find that the new features in 24H2 could give your system a hard time post-install—so keep an eye on compatibility! In the end, while reinstalling can solve update issues, don’t forget to have a backup plan before diving in. Good luck!