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Creating a bootable USB drive using the Command Prompt in Windows 8.1 is a straightforward process. Follow the steps below:
Step 1: Connect a USB drive with a minimum of 4GB of storage capacity to your computer.
Step 2: Press the Windows key + X and select Command Prompt (Admin) from the pop-up menu.
Step 3: In the Command Prompt window, type ‘diskpart’ and press Enter.
Step 4: Type ‘list disk’ and press Enter to see all the connected drives.
Step 5: Type ‘select disk X,’ where ‘X’ is the number of the USB drive, and press Enter.
Step 6: Type ‘clean’ and press Enter to delete all the data on the drive.
Step 7: Type ‘create partition primary’ and press Enter.
Step 8: Type ‘select partition 1’ and press Enter to select the newly created partition.
Step 9: Type ‘active’ and press Enter to activate the partition.
Step 10: Type ‘format fs=ntfs quick’ and press Enter to format the drive as NTFS.
Step 11: Type ‘assign’ and press Enter to give the drive a letter.
Step 12: Type ‘exit’ and press Enter to exit the diskpart command.
Step 13: Insert your Windows 8.1 installation DVD or mounted ISO file.
Step 14: Open Command Prompt as Administrator again and navigate to the directory containing the Windows installation files.
Step 15: Type ‘cd
Step 16: Type ‘xcopy *.* /s/e/f
Once the copying process is complete, you can use the USB drive to boot into the Windows 8.1 installer and install the operating system.
How to boot from bootable USB using CMD?
How to make Windows 8.1 boot from USB?
Booting Windows 8.1 from a USB drive is a simple process and can be done by following these steps:
1. Insert the USB drive into your computer’s USB port.
2. Open the Control Panel and go to the "System and Security" section.
3. Click on the "Administrative Tools" option and then double-click on the "Computer Management" icon.
4. In the Computer Management window, click on the "Disk Management" option under the "Storage" section.
5. Find your USB drive in the list of storage devices and right-click on it.
6. Select the "Format" option from the context menu and choose the "FAT32" file system.
7. Once the USB drive is formatted, open the Windows 8.1 ISO file.
8. Copy all the files from the ISO file and paste them onto the USB drive.
9. Restart your computer and go into the BIOS settings.
10. In the BIOS, set the USB drive as the primary boot device and save your changes.
11. Your computer will now boot into the installation process for Windows 8.1 from the USB drive.
By following these simple steps, you can easily boot Windows 8.1 from a USB drive.
How to install Windows 8.1 from pendrive?
Installing Windows 8.1 from a pendrive is relatively straightforward. Here are the steps you can follow:
1. First, you need to download the Windows 8.1 ISO file from the Microsoft website and save it on your computer.
2. Insert a USB drive with at least 4GB of storage capacity into your computer. Note that the drive will be formatted during the process, so make sure to backup any important files before proceeding.
3. Download and install a tool like Rufus or the Windows USB/DVD Download Tool to create a bootable USB drive from the ISO file.
4. Launch the tool and select the ISO file you downloaded and the USB drive you inserted.
5. Check that the appropriate settings are selected, such as the file system (NTFS) and partition scheme (MBR for BIOS or UEFI for UEFI systems).
6. Click on the "Start" button and wait for the tool to format the USB drive and copy the ISO file onto it.
7. When the process is complete, restart your computer and access the boot menu by pressing the appropriate key (usually F2 or F12) during startup.
8. Choose the USB drive as the boot device and press Enter to begin the Windows 8.1 installation process.
Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation and set up your Windows 8.1 system.
How to make a bootable USB for Windows 8.1 UEFI?
Creating a bootable USB drive for Windows 8.1 UEFI requires a few steps to follow. First, you need a USB drive with a minimum capacity of 4 GB and a Windows 8.1 ISO file. Then, you need to download and install a software tool such as Rufus, WinToUSB or the official Windows USB/DVD Download Tool, which allows you to create a bootable USB drive from ISO files. Once the tool is installed, launch it and select the USB drive you want to use to create the bootable drive. Next, select the Windows 8.1 ISO file and configure the settings according to the UEFI system requirements such as selecting the file system as FAT32 instead of NTFS. Then click on start and wait for the tool to complete creating the bootable USB. Once completed, you can use the USB drive to install Windows 8.1 in UEFI mode by simply booting from the USB drive and following the prompts.
How do I force my computer to boot from USB?
Booting from a USB drive can be useful in situations where you want to install or run an operating system or perform system recovery tasks. To force your computer to boot from a USB drive, you can follow these steps:
1. Insert the USB drive into the computer’s USB port.
2. Restart or power on the computer.
3. While the computer is booting up, press the key that opens the boot device selection menu. This can vary depending on the computer or motherboard manufacturer, but it is commonly F12, F10, or Esc.
4. In the boot device selection menu, use the arrow keys to highlight the USB drive, and then press Enter to select it.
5. The computer should now boot from the USB drive.
If your computer does not have a boot device selection menu option or the USB drive is not showing up in the list, you may need to access the BIOS or UEFI firmware settings to change the boot order. The steps to do this can vary, but it often involves pressing a key such as F2 or Del during the boot process to enter the firmware setup utility. Once in the firmware settings, you can look for a Boot or Boot Order menu and move the USB drive to the top of the list. Be sure to save your changes before exiting the firmware settings.
How to boot through cmd?
Booting a computer through command prompt (cmd) involves changing the system’s boot configuration in the Windows operating system. This can be useful when your system is having problems with its normal boot process or if you are trying to perform maintenance tasks on the computer.
To boot a computer through the cmd prompt, follow these steps:
1. Open the command prompt as an administrator.
2. Type "bcdedit /set {bootmgr} displaybootmenu yes" and press Enter. This will enable the boot menu to appear when you start your computer.
3. Restart your computer, and you will see the boot menu.
4. Choose the option for the operating system you want to boot and press Enter.
Alternatively, you can also use the command prompt to modify the boot order. This can be done by typing "bcdedit /default {identifier}" where {identifier} is the ID of the operating system you want to set as a default.
It is important to note that making changes to the boot configuration can be risky, and if you’re not confident, it’s recommended to seek professional guidance.
How to boot Windows 8.1 in BIOS?
To boot Windows 8.1 in BIOS, follow these steps:
1. Turn on your computer and press the key that takes you to the BIOS settings. The key is usually displayed on your screen during the boot process, and it varies based on your manufacturer.
2. Once you’re in the BIOS settings, go to the Boot tab.
3. Arrange the boot priority order so that the first device booting is the one from which you want to boot Windows 8.1. You can do this by selecting the device and using the arrow keys to move it up.
4. Save changes and exit the BIOS settings.
5. Restart your computer, and Windows 8.1 will boot from the device you selected.
Note that the BIOS process may vary depending on your computer manufacturer and motherboard.
How do I install an operating system on a pendrive?
Installing an operating system on a USB drive, also known as creating a bootable USB drive, can be useful for a number of reasons. It allows you to boot your computer from the USB drive, which is especially helpful when your computer’s hard drive has failed or you need to run a particular program. Here are the steps to install an operating system on a pendrive:
1. Download the ISO file for the operating system you want to install.
2. Insert the USB drive into your computer’s USB port and make sure it’s recognized by your system.
3. Download and install a bootable USB drive creator tool such as Rufus, WinToUSB or UNetbootin.
4. Open the bootable USB drive creator tool and select the ISO file that you downloaded.
5. Choose the USB drive that you want to use as the bootable drive.
6. Click the start button and wait until the process is complete. This may take several minutes.
Once the installation process is complete, you will have a bootable USB drive with your chosen operating system installed. You can now use this USB drive to boot your computer and use the operating system on any computer that supports booting from a USB drive.