Windows USB

Minibiker · 6 Jun 2017 at 19:02

Hi all

I haven't got a disc drive for my new build... How easy is it to find and install Windows 10 from a USB... Also do you install it onto SSD or HDD

Minibiker · 6 Jun 2017 at 19:04

.Griff. said:
Very and it's up to you. SSD would make more sense.

That's alright then... Is it pretty much self explanatory... Also what size SSD is ideal

Minibiker · 6 Jun 2017 at 19:10

Well I did have a 120Gb SanDisk but sold that and I'm considering getting the Samsung EVO 250GB at around £90 from OCUK I also have a 1TB HDD

Minibiker · 6 Jun 2017 at 19:16

.Griff. said:
We're all different. I've only got PUBG and BF1 installed as games, as a result I've no issue with them and my OS on a 240GB SSD.

If you on the other hand have a massive Steam library and you play lots of games weekly ask yourself if 250GB will be enough.

If you're like me then 250GB will be fine.

Yeah I think I'd consider myself to be like you... I will only be playing BF1... I Racing... Euro truck SIM and Fifa.

Minibiker · 21 Jun 2017 at 18:35

The1nonly1 said:
I have a 240GB SSD for OS + BF1 and still have about 130GB free so it's possible to put about 3 games on one with the OS with no issues. I then use a 1TB HDD for all other games and Docs + Programs.

For creating a Windows 10 USB boot drive, you will need a copy of the Windows 10 ISO and I suggest using Rufus to create the USB stick. When installing Windows, make sure that only your SSD is plugged in to your computer. Only add another HDD after installation is complete.

Thanks for this bud I didn't know that having a HDD plugged in will make a difference, I will unplug when installing... I'm not sure where to get a copy of Windows 10... ive seen them on a Auction site for £20 but don't know if to trust it

Minibiker · 21 Jun 2017 at 22:20

Armageus said:
https://www.overclockers.co.uk/micr...usb-pen-drive-retail-kw9-00017-sw-174-ms.html

or direct from Microsoft's website

If it sounds too cheap to be true then it probably is - most cheap versions are "grey market keys" - essentially in breach of license terms and therefore technically illegal.

Thats the Windows OS I bought for my last build, Just a bit more ££ now

I have been given a Disc copy of windows 8.1 but need to buy external disc drive so I may go that route just to get the system up and runnin

Minibiker · 22 Jun 2017 at 09:29

b]My basket at Overclockers UK:[/b]

1 x Asus External Slimline DVD Re-Writer, USB, 8x, Black, Cyberlink Power2Go 7 - White (SDRW-08D2S-U LIT= £26.99

Total: £35.69
(includes shipping: £8.70)

If I purchase the above and put the Windows 8.1 on for now will that do the job until I can afford the Windows 10

Minibiker · 22 Jun 2017 at 16:46

The1nonly1 said:
Are you on your own Windows Machine now and have a valid Windows 8.1 licence that you will be installing with?

If you do, you could download the Windows 8.1 ISO, burn to ISO and then install from USB. As long as you have a big enough USB drive, you wouldn't have to spend any money yet.

My old man gave me his windows 8.1 he never used.. If i buy a USB stick can i just download Windows at work then stick that usb in my PC at home

Minibiker · 22 Jun 2017 at 16:53

The1nonly1 said:
You could do yes. Bear in mind that the file would be a couple of gigabytes though.

So i could get a little 64GB one

Minibiker · 22 Jun 2017 at 17:03

The1nonly1 said:
I think it would only need to be about 8GB. Plenty of guides on Google/YouTube if you search for install windows 8.1 from usb.

Sorry i was thinking of an SSD

ive got a spare 16gb USB so i could use that

Minibiker · 26 Jun 2017 at 18:36

The1nonly1 said:
Yeah should just be enough for Windows.

If I download Windows 10 creation tool on a works computer onto my spare USB stick does this mean I'll have the people version of Windows on my home PC... If so I'll do this tonight