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Installing Windows 11 from a Bootable USB Drive with Rufus
If you’re looking to install Windows 11 from a downloaded image, also known as a bootable USB drive, then this article will guide you through the process step-by-step.
Pre-Installation Checklist
Before you start installing Windows 11, make sure your computer meets the following requirements:
- A compatible motherboard with USB ports
- A 64-bit processor or an AMD-based processor (for Windows 10 and later)
- A 16 GB RAM (32 GB recommended for large installations)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prepare Your Computer
* Boot from your computer, then press the F11 key to enter the BIOS setup.
* Look for the USB port where the boot device is inserted and make sure it’s set to the correct drive (usually C:, D:, E:, or F:).
- Create a Bootable Drive
* Open Rufus software on your computer (download from Microsoft website) and select the Windows 11 ISO file you want to install.
* Choose the USB drive you created in step one as the boot device.
- Run Rufus
Rufus will create a new bootable USB drive with a blank label. This process may take several minutes, depending on your computer’s speed.
- Boot from the USB Drive
Once Rufus has created the bootable drive, restart your computer and enter the BIOS setup again (press F11).
* Ensure the USB drive is selected as the boot device.
* Save changes and exit the BIOS setup.
- Enter Installation Mode
After restarting your computer, you should see an option to press F12 to enter Windows Installation Media mode or ESC to exit. Enter ESC to start the installation process.
- Select Your Language and Time Zone
Select your language and time zone during this step.
- Set Up Internet Connection (Optional)
If you want to connect to the internet for updates and other online services, set up an Ethernet connection or Wi-Fi network.
- Install Windows 11
Your computer should now boot from the USB drive. Follow the on-screen instructions to select your language, time zone, and other settings.
- Wipe Your Old PC (Optional)
If you want to wipe your old operating system before installing a new one, follow these steps:
* Boot into Safe Mode
* Press F8 during boot-up to disable the Advanced Boot Options
* Select Troubleshoot and then System File Checker
* Follow prompts to complete the process
- Install Windows 11
Your computer will now install Windows 11 from the USB drive.
- Restart and Activate (Optional)
After the installation is complete, restart your computer.
If you want to activate Windows 11, follow these steps:
* Sign in with an existing Microsoft account
* Enter product key
* Follow prompts to activate