How Do You Install A Windows 10 and 11: A Step-by-Step Guide

How do you install a Windows OS?

We are going to show you how to put Windows 10 on SSD from now on. You can check out both ways at your own pace. Also, here are some things you should do to get ready before we start:

1. Put the SSD in the right way on your PC using an SSD slot or a SATA cable.

2. Get your SSD ready to install or move Windows to it. This is very important: format the SSD to MBR or GPT according to Windows' instructions.

3. Make a copy of your personal information on another drive if it's on the SSD.

Some users prefer to do a clean install OS with CD. While nowadays, many computers especially laptops have no CD drives. In this case, a USB installation media is a better alternative. And also, USB is more portable and a safer place to store Windows 10 because CD can be scratched sometimes and the data on it could be damaged.

So, we will put the Windows 10 installation file into a USB flash drive to make an installation USB drive for example.

Step 1. Create a Windows 10 installation USB

If you already have prepared an installation USB, just ignore Part 1 and go straight to Part 2. Otherwise, you should create one by using Microsoft’s media creation tool.

1. Download the media creation tool and run it as an administrator.

2. Hit “Accept” in the “Applicable notices and license terms” window.

3. Tick “Create installation media for another PC” and hit “Next”.

4. Select language, architecture, and edition and click on “Next”.

5. Tick “USB flash drive” and hit “Next”.

To ensure a successful Windows 10 installation, the USB flash drive needs to be at least 8 GB.

6. Choose your prepared USB flash drive from “Removable drives” and then, hit “Next”.

7. Once completed,  Windows 10 will be installed to the device and thus, the installation media is created.

Whether you're updating all of your computer's hard drives or moving your Windows 10 operating system to a new hard disk, we recommend you use the well-known OS migration software to help you instead of performing it manually, as there is a risk of running it on your own. If you are not familiar with this computer, this is the best choice.

How to install Windows 11 without internet

To skip the network connection requirement of Windows 11 setup, you can kill or end the network connection via Task Manager or Command Prompt:

Option 1. End Network Connection via Task Manager

Step 1. In the "Let's connect you to a network screen" screen, hold "Shift + F10" to open the Command Prompt.

Step 2. Type taskmgr and hit the "Enter" key to launch Task Manager, or you can use the "Ctrl + Shift + Esc" shortcut keys.

Step 3. Click "More Details" to expand Task Manager to the full version. Navigate to the "Network Connection Flow" tab under "Processes." 

Step 4. Right-click it and choose the "End task" option. When this process is finished, type exit in the CMD and quit.

Option 2. Kill Network Connection via Command Prompt

Step 1. When you are in the "Let's connect you to a network" screen, hold "Shift + F10" to bring up the Command Prompt.

Step 2. Type the taskkill /F /IM oobenetworkconnectionflow.exe and hit "Enter" to begin.

How to install a Windows on a portable USB?

If you want to use the official Windows To Go function, your USB must be certified by USB, and the operating system version must be the Enterprise or Education version. If it does not meet both requirements, it will fail. So in this case, you should use AOMEI Partition Assistant that supports certified and uncertified USB drives.

It can create a powerful USB for any version of Windows 10, 8 or 7. Including Enterprise, Education, Home and Professional. It also can create portable USB drive with or without Windows ISO files to run Windows 10/8/7. These conditions allow you to build Windows 10 To Go USB in terms of the size of the U drive. 13GB will be enough. Also, Windows 11 has disabled the Win to Go functionality. And if you need to use your own Windows 11 on other devices, you can also build Windows 11 to USB Go with this software yourself.

If your Windows computer will not start up because the hard drive failed, you can fix it by making a working USB drive. You can use AOMEI Partition Assistant Professional in this case. It can make a usable USB stick on a Windows computer in case of a PC emergency. It can also fix boot problems by rebuilding the MBR and checking for and fixing bad sectors on the system drive, among other things. Right now you can get the trial version and learn how to make a Windows 11/10/8/7 bootable USB stick for Windows fix.

More functions of AOMEI Partition Assistant

Apart from creating Windows bootable USB for Windows 10, AOMEI Partition Assistant also has these benefits for you to better management.

• Drive Management: Offers easy disk management tools for separating, deleting, formatting, splitting, extending, and merging partitions. 

• Disk Conversion: Convert between different partition styles, such as convert MBR to GPT or vice versa without data loss or formatting.

• Data Migration: It supports migrating the operating systems from one SSD to another with all system-related files between different storage devices, including SSDs and HDDs.

• System Optimization: It helps increase system performance and speed by running 4K Alignment, organizing partitions,or providing practical functions to extend C drive space without formatting, which can considerable enhance overall computer using experience.

• Disk Cloning: If you want to upgrade your old disk to a newer or larger one, this tool helps to clone entire disks for easy data transfer or create backups (You can back up your OS to an external hard drive) in a short time.

Conclusion

Installing a Windows OS, whether on a new SSD or using a bootable USB, can seem daunting, but with the right tools and preparation, it becomes manageable. AOMEI Partition Assistant simplifies the process of creating a bootable USB drive and offers extensive disk management capabilities, such as partition resizing, data migration, and system optimization. By following the provided steps, you can ensure a smooth installation or migration process for your Windows operating system, enhancing your computer's performance and usability.

FAQs

1. What are the prerequisites for installing Windows on an SSD?

   • Ensure the SSD is correctly installed in your PC, format the SSD to MBR or GPT as needed, and back up any personal data on the SSD.

2. How can I create a Windows 10 installation USB?

   • Download Microsoft's media creation tool, run it as an administrator, and follow the prompts to create a bootable USB drive with the Windows 10 installation files.

3. How can I install Windows 11 without an internet connection?

   • During setup, use Task Manager or Command Prompt to end the network connection process. This allows you to bypass the network requirement and proceed with the installation.

4. Can I create a portable Windows USB with AOMEI Partition Assistant?

   • Yes, AOMEI Partition Assistant supports creating a portable USB drive for any version of Windows 10, 8, or 7, including non-certified USB drives and various Windows editions.

5. What additional features does AOMEI Partition Assistant offer?

   • Besides creating bootable USB drives, it provides tools for drive management, disk conversion, data migration, system optimization, and disk cloning, enhancing overall system performance and usability.