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MeganHarris
Jul 11, 2024Copper Contributor
How do I burn an ISO image to USB and make it bootable?
I recently tried to make a bootable USB, but ran into some problems. I had an ISO file and originally wanted to directly copy ISO to USB drive, but then I found that the USB would not be bootable on ...
TeoTeoo
Jul 11, 2024Copper Contributor
It is possible to burn an ISO image to USB using the diskpart command line tool. But it takes a certain level of comfort with the command line and a willingness to take calculated risks. If you're not familiar with diskpart or command-line operations, it can be intimidating and error-prone.
And there's a risk of erasing the wrong drive or corrupting the USB drive during the process. This can lead to lost data or a non-functional USB drive. While you did learn a lot, the process can be lengthy and requires attention to detail. It's not a one-click solution, and you'll need to carefully follow instructions and monitor the progress.