Creating a bootable USB drive for Windows 8 is a straightforward process, and you can use Microsoft’s official tool, the “Media Creation Tool,” to do it. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
Requirements:
- A USB drive with at least 8 GB of storage capacity.
- A Windows 8 ISO file. You can obtain this from Microsoft’s official website or from a legitimate source.
Steps:
- Download the Media Creation Tool: Go to the official Microsoft website to download the Media Creation Tool. This tool will help you create a bootable USB drive for Windows 8. Download it from here: Media Creation Tool
- Install and Run the Media Creation Tool: After downloading the tool, run the executable file (MediaCreationTool.exe) to install and launch it.
- Accept License Terms: Read and accept the license terms and agreements.
- Choose “Create installation media for another PC”: When prompted to choose what you want to do, select “Create installation media for another PC” and click “Next.”
- Select Language, Edition, and Architecture: Choose the language, edition (Windows 8.1 or Windows 8.1 Pro), and architecture (32-bit, 64-bit, or both) that you want to create the installation media for. Make sure to select the correct options for your system. Click “Next” when you’re done.
- Select the USB Flash Drive Option: Choose the “USB flash drive” option to create a bootable USB drive. Click “Next.”
- Choose the USB Drive: Select the USB drive you want to use for creating the bootable drive. Ensure that it has at least 8 GB of space and is empty because the tool will erase all data on the drive. Click “Next” to proceed.
- Creation of Bootable USB Drive: The tool will start downloading the Windows 8 installation files and create the bootable USB drive. This process may take some time, so be patient.
- Completion: Once the process is complete, you’ll see a message indicating that the bootable USB drive is ready. Click “Finish” to exit the Media Creation Tool.
Your bootable USB drive for Windows 8 is now ready to use. You can use it to install or repair Windows 8 on a compatible computer. Remember to adjust your computer’s BIOS or UEFI settings to boot from the USB drive if it’s not the default boot option.