How to Install Windows 7 From USB (Flash Drive, Ext HD)
Windows 7 may not be the latest version of the popular operating system but it is still in use by many people. Installing Windows 7 on your computer is not as difficult as you might think. You don’t need to purchase a physical copy of the installation disc. You can create a bootable USB flash drive or external hard disc drive and use it to install Windows 7 on any computer that meets the required specifications.
To install Windows 7 from USB, you need to follow some simple steps that are easy to understand and execute. Here’s how to go about it:
- Get a bootable USB/DVD tool
You need a bootable tool that allows you to create a bootable USB flash drive or external hard drive. There are many free tools you can download and install such as Rufus, WinToFlash, and Windows USB/DVD Download Tool. These tools will help you create a bootable USB flash drive or external hard disc drive.
- Create a bootable USB flash drive
Once you have installed your tool of choice, you need to create a bootable USB flash drive using the Windows 7 ISO file. Insert your USB flash drive, run the tool you installed, select the Windows 7 ISO file you downloaded and then follow the on-screen prompts to create a bootable USB flash drive.
- Insert the USB flash drive into the computer
Insert the USB flash drive into the computer where you want to install Windows 7. Restart the computer and boot from the USB flash drive. You can set the boot priority in the BIOS or use the boot menu option to select the USB flash drive.
- Install Windows 7
Once the computer boots from the USB flash drive, follow the on-screen prompts to install Windows 7. Choose the language, time zone, and keyboard layout you want to use. Then enter your product key and accept the terms and conditions.
- Choose the installation type
You will be prompted to choose the installation type you want to use. You can choose to upgrade or do a clean install. If you choose to upgrade, your files, settings, and programs will be preserved. If you choose to do a clean install, all files, settings, and programs will be deleted.
- Choose the installation location
Choose the location where you want to install Windows 7. If you have multiple partitions, you can choose the one you want to use. If you want to create a new partition or format an existing one, you can use the advanced options.
- Complete the installation
Once you have chosen the installation type and location, the installation process will begin. This may take some time depending on the speed of your computer and the size of the Windows 7 installation files. Once the installation is complete, you can customize the settings and start using Windows 7.
Conclusion
Installing Windows 7 from USB is a simple process that can be done by anyone with basic computer skills. You don’t need to buy a physical copy of the installation disc, you can create a bootable USB flash drive or external hard drive and use it to install Windows 7 on any computer that meets the required specifications. Follow the steps outlined above to successfully install Windows 7 from USB.