Create Windows Install Media for Easy OS Installation

Windows Install Media is a very useful tool when you want to install or upgrade your Windows OS. The install media usually refers to a USB drive or CD/DVD. This tool allows you to create a bootable media that are installed or download ISO files so you can save files to DVDs and install operating systems on different computers.

Free Windows Install Media is a tool developed by Microsoft with the amazing features. With it, you can easily upgrade Windows to the latest version and create an installed Windows USB/DVD drive to clean up, install or repair a computer with problems. Upgrading or installing Windows with the install media seems very easy, but some users do not know what it is or how to use this tool. So in this article, we will show you how to create Windows 10/11 installation media or download ISO files with it.

About AOMEI Partition Assistant and Windows 10 Install Media

Having a Windows 10 install media is very important in your daily computer use. This is a security network that allows you to install and repair your operating system in case of system errors or bugs, especially if you encounter boot issues like being stuck in reboot loop in Windows 10. It can also be used flexibly when you install Windows 10 on a new device or when upgrading to the latest version. 

At thie time, a powerful drive management is essential for every system,  such as the AOMEI Partition Assistant which provides a comprehensive solution. This is a powerful drive partition management tool that will make creating Windows 10 installation media easier. The easy-to-use interface allows you to create fast-running USB and DVD drives and install and repair Windows 10 easily. In this article we will explore the advantages of accessing this media quickly and how AOMEI Partition Assistant makes it easier to create it.

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Step-by-Step Guide to Creating Windows 10 Install Media with AOMEI Partition Assistant

1. Download and Install AOMEI Partition Assistant: Begin by downloading and installing AOMEI Partition Assistant on your computer.

2. Launch the Program and Select "Make Bootable Media": Once installed, launch the program and navigate to the "Make Bootable Media" option in the main interface.

3. Choose the Type of Bootable Media: Select the type of bootable media you wish to create, whether it's a USB flash drive or a DVD.

4. Select the Windows 10 ISO File: On your PC, find the Windows 10 ISO file, then choose it as the source to create the install media from.

5. Start the Creation Process: After selecting the ISO file, follow the on-screen instructions to start the creation process. AOMEI Partition Assistant will proceed to create the bootable media automatically.

Before Downloading Windows 11 Install Media

Windows 11 is the latest Windows operating system, and its many innovative features have attracted many users for upgrading from Windows 10 to Windows 11. However, Microsoft officially announced specific system requirements that are more stringent than previous Windows systems. If you want to download Windows 11, you'd better check whether your device can meet them beforehand. AOMEI Partition Assistant is a free partition manager, and it is highly recommended that you use it to check Windows 11 requirements, and if you do not meet the minimum requirements, it can also guide you to fast fix.

Stepwise Guidance on Windows 11 Install Media Downloading

Before downloading, you should make these preparations beforehand: 

• Ensure the internet connection is stable and ensure there is no lose connection.
• A blank USB flash drive (13GB or larger), 16GB will be the best capacity; if you do not have a USB, a blank DVD (and DVD burner) is also acceptable.
• The Windows 11 ISO file (you can download this from the official Microsoft website) and a license to activate Windows 11 (if you're performing a new installation)

Part 1. Create a Windows 11 Installation Media

To create the installation media, you should first go to the official website of Microsoft where you can download the media creation tool.

1. Connect the USB flash drive to your PC, wait until it's detected by the OS, and then, download the media creation tool.
2. When the download is completed, open the exe. File.
3. Click on "Accept" at the start of the Windows 11 Setup window.
4. Select "Create installation media for another PC" and hit "Next".
5. Select language, edition, and hit "Next".
6. Choose a media you want to use. Here, we choose "USB flash drive".
7. Select the USB flash drive and start the downloading process.

In a few minutes, a Windows 11 installation USB will be successfully created.

Part 2. Install Windows 11 from the Installation USB

After the creation of the Windows 11 installation media, boot from it and then follow the onscreen guide to finish the rest steps.

1. Plug the installation USB into your PC and reboot it. Enter BIOS and use the arrows key to place the USB to the first in the boot sequence. Hit "ENTER" to save the changes and press ESC to quit BIOS.
   • Note: Ways to enter BIOS could be different in terms of the type of your Windows system.
2. Power on your PC again, and this time, it will boot from the USB flash drive.
3. In a short while, the Windows 11 setup window will appear where you need to preset language, time and currency format, and input method.
4. Click on "Install Now".
5. Enter the product key. If you don't have the product key, click on "I don't have a product key".
   • Without a product key, some features of Windows 11 will be limited. If you can't find the product key, you can try the Windows 11 product key finder.
6. Select an edition you plan on installing and hit "Next".
7. Accept the license terms and select "Upgrade: Install Windows and keep files, settings, and applications". By selecting this option, you can preserve most of your files and apps so you won't have to redownload or reinstall them after the installation of Windows 11.
8. Select the destination for the Windows 11 installation and hit "Next".

It takes minutes to hours before the installation gets completed. So, please be patient.

How to install Windows 11 without USB? If you're currently running on Windows 10 instead of Windows 8, Windows 7, or earlier versions, you can directly upgrade Windows 10 to Windows 11 without data loss. Just follow the path: "Settings" > "Update & Security" > "Check for Update".

After successfully creating the Windows 11 installation media, please download the AOMEI Partition Assistant and use it to make your Windows 11 run better and smoother. You can use it to:

▌Resize partitions to meet Windows 11 storage demands easily.

▌ To make Windows 11 compatible, format your partitions using the right file system.

▌ Merging partitions without losing datato improve organization and administration.

Summary

Windows Media Installation is an important tool for installing, upgrading or repairing your Windows operating system by creating a USB or DVD drive that can be run using the installation media. You can easily fix system errors, fix running problems, or do a clean installation on a new device.

Meanwhile, in this article, we also introduce AOMEI Partition Assistant, a powerful drive management tool that makes it easier to create Windows 10/11 installation media so that users at all levels of skill can use it. AOMEI Partition Assistant is a friendly interface with comprehensive functions, which is an essential tool forining and optimizing Windows PC performance.

FAQs

Q1: What is Windows Install Media?A1: Windows Install Media is a tool that allows you to create a bootable media to install or upgrade your Windows OS.

Q2: What is AOMEI Partition Assistant?A2: AOMEI Partition Assistant is a powerful drive partition management tool that provides a comprehensive solution for creating Windows installation media and managing your disk partitions.

Q3: How do I create a Windows 10 installation media?A3: You can create a Windows 10 installation media by downloading and installing AOMEI Partition Assistant, selecting the "Make Bootable Media" option, choosing the type of bootable media, selecting the Windows 10 ISO file, and starting the creation process.

Q4: What are the system requirements for Windows 11?A4: Microsoft has announced specific system requirements for Windows 11, which include a 64-bit processor, 4GB of RAM, and 64GB of free disk space, among others.

Q5: Can I upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11 without losing data?A5: Yes, you can directly upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11 without losing data by following the path: "Settings" > "Update & Security" > "Check for Update".