

If there are multiple drives on the system, the tool will select the first one that is capable of burning DVDs. If you don't see your USB drive in the list of available devices, please make sure the drive is inserted in the USB port, and then click the Refresh button beside the list of available drives.

Right-click the link, and then save the bootsect. This may happen if you're trying to create a bit bootable USB device from a bit version of Windows. In some cases, this tool needs to be downloaded from your Microsoft Store account. To make the USB drive bootable, you need to run a tool named bootsect.

A restart may be required after installing the. The device must be formatted in order for the device to be bootable.Ī dedicated USB flash drive would be a better option. Can I backup to an external hard drive or other device with enough free disk space? Yes, but this is not recommended. This helps ensure that the device is bootable after the copying has completed. Restart your computer, and then start Windows 7 from the installation disc or USB flash drive as previously described.This tool requires the USB drive to be completely blank before the Windows files are copied. Save the setting changes, and then exit the BIOS. (The USB flash drive might be listed under "Removable devices" or something similar.) Select your DVD drive or USB flash drive as the first startup device. Boot order settings might also be listed under "Advanced settings" or something similar. On the BIOS setup screen, choose the option called "Boot order," or something similar. If the Windows logo appears, you need to try again by waiting until the Windows logon prompt appears, and then shutting down and restarting your computer again. Usually, you must press a key (such as F2, F12, Delete, Esc) or a key combination immediately after you turn on your computer but before Windows starts. Procedures vary depending on the BIOS manufacturer. On the startup menu, choose "BIOS setup," or "BIOS settings," or something similar. Newer computers often display a startup (or boot) menu. Turn on your computer, insert the Windows 7 installation disc or USB flash drive, and then restart your computer. The BIOS interface is designed for advanced users, and it's possible to change a setting that could prevent your computer from starting correctly. Warning: Be careful when changing BIOS settings.
