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How to Install Windows 10 from a Downloaded Image
Installing Windows 10 from a downloaded image, also known as a “clean install” or “Windows Recovery Environment (WRE)”, is a straightforward process that allows you to reinstall an existing installation media and completely wipe out the existing operating system. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to do it:
Preparation
Before starting the installation, ensure your computer meets the minimum requirements for a clean install:
- A 64-bit PC with an Intel processor or AMD equivalent
- At least 4 GB of RAM and 20 GB of free disk space (or more)
- A USB drive with at least 8 GB of free space
Method 1: Using Rufus
Rufus is a popular tool for creating and managing bootable USB drives, including those used for clean installs. Here’s how to use it:
- Download Rufus from the official website (https://www.rufus.org/).
- Select the Windows 10 ISO file you want to install from.
- Choose the USB drive as the installation media and click “Start”.
- Configure any additional settings, such as boot order or disk imaging if needed.
- Run Rufus and select the start button on your computer.
- Select the USB drive as the source and wait for it to be recognized by the computer.
- Click “Write” to begin creating the installation media.
Method 2: Using Windows Media Creation Tool (Windows 10 Version 1803 or later)
If you have a Windows 10 version earlier than 1803, you can use the built-in Windows Media Creation Tool to create an installation media:
- Go to this link (https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/media creation).
- Click on “Create a bootable USB device” and then select the drive as the destination.
- Follow the wizard to choose your language, keyboard layout, and other settings.
- Once complete, click “Finish” to create the installation media.
Step-by-Step Installation
Now that you have your installation media created, follow these steps:
- Restart your computer with the USB drive inserted.
- As soon as you start booting up, press the key to enter the BIOS setup (usually F10 or Del).
- Set the USB drive as the first boot device and save changes.
- Continue through the BIOS setup until it exits.
- Once out of the BIOS setup, select your language and keyboard layout.
- Click “Save and Exit” to save the changes.
- Your computer will now start loading the installation media.
- Select “Install Windows 10” or “Custom: Install Windows 10 from a USB device”.
- Follow on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.
Troubleshooting
If you encounter any issues during the installation process, here are some troubleshooting steps:
- Make sure your USB drive is properly recognized by your computer.
- Ensure you have enough free space on the USB drive for the installation media.
- Check that your keyboard and mouse are working correctly.
- If you’re using a dual-boot system, ensure Windows 10 is not already installed.
By following these steps and using Rufus or the Windows Media Creation Tool (if necessary), you can successfully install Windows 10 from a downloaded image.