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If you're trying to install Windows on a laptop that doesn't have a DVD drive, or you want a portable installation tool that you can use on a lot of computers, creating a bootable USB Windows installation drive may be the answer you're looking for. All modern versions of Windows can be easily installed from a USB drive, as long as you have a valid Windows product key. You'll need a USB flash drive that has at least 4 GB of storage. For Windows 7 and Vista, you'll need an installation disc or an ISO image file of the installation disc as well. | If you're trying to install Windows on a laptop that doesn't have a DVD drive, or you want a portable installation tool that you can use on a lot of computers, creating a bootable USB Windows installation drive may be the answer you're looking for. All modern versions of Windows can be easily installed from a USB drive, as long as you have a valid Windows product key. You'll need a USB flash drive that has at least 4 GB of storage. For Windows 7 and Vista, you'll need an installation disc or an ISO image file of the installation disc as well. | ||
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#*If you're upgrading from an older version of Windows to one of the versions in this method, you'll need a new product key. For example, if you are installing Windows 7 on a computer that used to have XP, you cannot use the XP key to activate Windows 7. You'll need to purchase a Windows 7 key from Microsoft or another retailer in order to install Windows 7. | #*If you're upgrading from an older version of Windows to one of the versions in this method, you'll need a new product key. For example, if you are installing Windows 7 on a computer that used to have XP, you cannot use the XP key to activate Windows 7. You'll need to purchase a Windows 7 key from Microsoft or another retailer in order to install Windows 7. | ||
#Set your update preferences. It's recommended that you turn automatic updates on by selecting "Use recommended settings". This will ensure that your computer always has the latest security updates. | #Set your update preferences. It's recommended that you turn automatic updates on by selecting "Use recommended settings". This will ensure that your computer always has the latest security updates. | ||
| − | #Start using Windows. After a few more screens, depending on the version of Windows you are installing, you'll be taken to your new desktop. You can start using Windows now, and it's recommended that you [[Find | + | #Start using Windows. After a few more screens, depending on the version of Windows you are installing, you'll be taken to your new desktop. You can start using Windows now, and it's recommended that you [[Find and Update Drivers|find and install the latest drivers]] for your hardware. |
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