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Nguyenais
Bronze Contributor
Jan 24, 2025

Create Hiren Boot CD Bootable USB for Windows 10 system repair?

My Windows 10 PC has crashed, and I'm trying to repair it using Hiren's Boot CD. However, I’m not sure how to create a bootable USB with Hiren's Boot CD to rescue my system. I’ve heard it's a useful ...
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Almaiw
Iron Contributor
Jan 24, 2025

Not all USB drives are created equal. Some older or low-quality drives might not work well for bootable media. Always use a reliable USB drive with at least 8GB of storage. Format the USB drive to FAT32 before starting. This ensures compatibility with most systems. Creating Hiren boot CD bootable USB will erase all data on the drive. If you have important files on the USB, back them up first. I’ve lost files before because I forgot this step.

Many modern systems use UEFI instead of Legacy BIOS. If your system has Secure Boot enabled, it might block Hiren's BootCD from loading. You’ll need to disable Secure Boot or enable Legacy Boot in your BIOS/UEFI settings.

How to Create a Hiren's BootCD Bootable USB

Step 1: Download and Install Rufus
Step 2: Prepare Your USB Drive

  • Insert your USB drive into your PC.
  • Open Rufus and select your USB drive under the Device dropdown.

Step 4: Configure Rufus Settings

  • Under Boot selection, click Select and choose the Hiren's BootCD ISO file you downloaded.x
  • Set Partition scheme to MBR (for Legacy BIOS) or GPT (for UEFI). If you’re unsure, MBR is a safe choice for older systems.
  • Set File system to FAT32.
  • Leave other settings as default.

Step 5: Create the Bootable USB

  • Click Start and confirm any prompts. Rufus will format the USB drive and create the bootable media.

Step 6: Test the Bootable USB

  • Restart your PC and enter the BIOS/UEFI settings (usually by pressing F2, F12, or Del during startup).
  • Change the boot order to prioritize the USB drive.
  • Save changes and exit. Your PC should boot into Hiren's BootCD.

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