Windows
Office
Project
Visio
SQL Server
Sign In / Sign Up
Orders
Product Keys
Downloads
+64 9 801 6332
Chat with us
Help Centre
Go to United States of America - English (USD)Crafting a Windows 11 Bootable USB Drive
To initiate the Windows 11 installation, begin by securing the .iso file and then proceed to formulate a bootable USB drive, often referred to as a pendrive.
Important: A USB device with at least 16 GB of storage is required.
The tools suitable for this process include:
Rufus
- Access a free download of Rufus here.
- Navigate to the Download section and procure the latest version of Rufus.
- Insert the USB and open the Rufus application.
- Utilise the Select button to locate the .iso file for Windows 11.
- Press Start and observe as Rufus configures the bootable USB drive.
- Once complete, evidenced by a 100% progress bar, press Close; your device is now ready for Windows 11 installation.
Alert: A dialog titled Customize Windows Installation may appear, opt to Disable Data Collection and continue the setup.
Note: Choose GPT partition scheme for PCs after 2020, and MBR for earlier models.
MediaCreationTool
- Download it free of charge here.
- Initiate the download by clicking on Download now.
- Consent to the terms, then select Accept.
- Following acceptance, a dialog will prompt you to choose your preferred language and edition. Click on Next.
- Opt for USB flash drive and then press Next.
- This step initiates the download and preparation of your USB drive.
Note: If the preset language or edition doesn't match your preference, deselect Use the recommended options for this PC to customize your choices.
Alert: If your USB drive isn't visible, restart the application without detaching the USB from your computer. Ensure all data on the USB is backed up as it will be cleared.