Windows bootable USB allows us to use a familiar operating system anywhere, saving a lot of time and energy. This article will introduce you a completely free Windows 10 bootable USB tool.
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Why use Windows 10 bootable USB tool?
When we are working on a new computer, are we bothered by using an unfamiliar operating system? Because an unfamiliar computer may have different computer settings, some may even make it difficult for you to get used to it. At this time, a portable USB comes in handy.
Just imagine, if you can use a familiar Windows environment when you are on a business trip or when you are working at home, does that bring you convenience and save a lot of energy? Windows 10 bootable USB can be plugged into the USB port of any computer, so you can use your familiar operating system anywhere.
Two bootable USB maker software
This section will tell you how to use Windows To Go and third-party utility to create bootable USB from ISO.
Method 1. Make Windows 10 bootable via Windows To Go
Windows To Go is a tool for making bootable USB developed by Microsoft. It is mainly for Windows 8/8.1 Enterprise Edition, Windows 10 Enterprise Edition and Education Edition. And the USB used must be certified by Microsoft, otherwise it will not be recognized. For specific create steps, you can refer to the following operations:
More important:
- A USB flash drive with a capacity greater than 15GB that has been certified by Microsoft is required. It is best to use USB 3.0 because it has much faster read and write speeds than other USBs.
- You must first download the Windows 10 ISO file from Microsoft’s official website.
Step 1. Insert the USB into the USB port to make sure it can be detected.
Step 2. Enter “Windows To Go” in the search bar on the desktop of the computer that meets the version conditions, and then open it.
Step 3. Select the USB device you are going to use to create in this window. Then click “Next”.
Step 4. Click “Add search location” and select the Windows 10 ISO file you downloaded in advance. Then click “Next”.
Step 5. Windows To Go supports setting a password for the portable Windows 10 you created. Here, you can choose whether to set a password.
Step 6. There will be a prompt here. The above operation will clear all the data on the USB. If there is important data, please back it up first.
Step 7. After the creation is successful, there will be a prompt, usually we select “No” here, then unplug the USB, and test on another computer to turn on the USB.
Method 2. Use AOMEI Partition Assistant Standard create Windows 10 bootable USB
Although Windows To Go can create a bootable USB, it has many version restrictions, and the USB certified by Microsoft is usually expensive.
Fortunately, we can use AOMEI Partition Assistant Standard to create a bootable USB, which is one of the best disk partition management software on the market. It not only supports the creation of various versions of Windows systems but also can migrate Windows 10 to SSD without data loss.
In addition to creating Windows 10 bootable USB, it also has functions such as Resize Partition, Disk Clone, Format Partition, etc.
Note: You also need a USB 3.0 with a capacity greater than 15GB and Windows 10 ISO file.
Step 1. Run AOMEI Partition Assistant Standard and select “Windows To Go Creator” in All Tools.
Step 2. Select the first item “Create Windows To Go with system disc/ISO”, and then click “Next”.
Step 3. Choose your USB device here and browse the Windows 10 ISO file. Click “Proceed”.
Step 4. There will be a prompt to clear the USB data. If you have made a backup in advance, please click “Yes” to start creating Windows 10 bootable USB.
What you need to do after creating bootable USB
The previous paragraph described how to create a bootable USB Windows 10 for you. I believe you now have a better understanding of how the operation works. But if you want to start this USB in other computers, you must not ignore this paragraph.
Step 1. Insert the USB into the other computer and turn it on. When the page appears on the screen, press the shortcut key prompted on the screen to enter the BIOS interface.
Step 2. Select “boot” in the BIOS setup page, and then select “change boot order”.
Step 3. Then select your USB device and save the operation. Then restart the computer, and the computer will boot from the USB.