How to install Windows 10 from USB: simple and comprehensive guide

You haven't provided any text to translate. Please provide the text you want translated from Italian to English. Installation of Windows 10 from USB It is one of the quickest and most effective methods for setting up a new PC or reinstalling the operating system in case of problems. If you have one available, a USB flash drive And with a working computer, you can create a bootable installation medium in just a few minutes and proceed with the configuration of Windows entirely independently.

In this article, we will guide you, step by step, through the entire process of installation from a USB stick, also explaining how to create the device, set up the BIOS, and choose the correct version of the operating system.

When is it advisable to install Windows from USB?

The installation via USB is recommended in all the following cases:

• Your PC does not have a CD/DVD drive;
  
  

• You need to reinstall Windows from scratch ;
  
  

• Do you want to install Windows 10 on a new computer ;
  
  

• You wish to always have a quick and portable emergency support available.
  
  

This is a much faster solution compared to old DVDs, ideal for both home users and IT professionals.

What is needed to install Windows 10 from USB

Before you start, make sure you have the following available:

• USB stick of at least 8 GB (better if 16 GB, empty or with data that you can delete);
  
  

• Windows 10 ISO file , downloadable from the official Microsoft website;
  
  

• Installation Media Creation Tool (Media Creation Tool)
  
  

• Stable internet connection;
  
  

• A computer from which to start the process.
  
  

How to create a bootable USB stick with Windows 10

To make your USB bootable with Windows, follow these steps:

1. Download the Media Creation Tool From the Microsoft website.
   
   

2. Start the tool and select "Create an installation support" .
   
   

3. Choose the language, the edition.( Windows 10 Home or Pro ) and the architecture ( 32 or 64 bit ).
   
   

4. Insert your USB flash drive and select it as the destination.
   
   

5. Wait for the tool to complete the download and creation of the support.
   
   

At the end, you will have a USB ready to use, compatible with most modern PCs.

Configure the BIOS to boot from USB

Once you have created the USB stick, you must Set the boot from USB in the BIOS/UEFI of your computer:

• Restart the PC and press the specific key to access the BIOS (usually F2 , OF , As an AI, I need more context to provide an accurate translation. Could you please provide the text you want to translate from Italian to English? You will need to provide the text you want translated from Italian to English. F12 , depending on the manufacturer);
  
  

• Go to the "Boot" section and set the USB as the first boot device ;
  
  

• Save the changes and restart.
  
  

The computer will automatically read the flash drive and start the installation.

Guided Installation Procedure

Once the USB support is initiated, follow the steps on the screen:

1. Choose language, keyboard layout and date format;
   
   

2. Click on "Install now" ;
   
   

3. Insert the product key of your license Windows 10 (or select "I don't have a code" if you want to enter it later);
   
   

4. Select the edition of Windows to install;
   
   

5. Choose between custom installation You didn't provide any text to translate. Please provide the text you want translated from Italian to English. update ;
   
   

6. If you opt for the custom installation, select the partition where to install Windows (you can also format or delete the existing ones);
   
   

7. Follow the instructions to complete the initial setup of the operating system.
   
   

Why it is Convenient to Install Windows from USB

Choose the USB stick for Windows installation It is today the most practical and fastest solution. In addition to the simplicity of the procedure, this method allows you to:

• Reduce installation times compared to DVDs;
  
  

• Reuse the same flash drive on multiple devices;
  
  

• Act quickly in case of operating system malfunctions.
  
  

It is the ideal solution for IT technicians, professionals, and private users.

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