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Consider what you need to run smoothly. Windows works best with the right software and updates.

Consider what you need to run smoothly. Windows works best with the right software and updates.

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UglyMuffinz
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04-11-2016, 04:56 PM
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You can run a Windows CD on your LG SP60 external reader. The computer supports USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports, so you should be able to install Windows 8.1 there.
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04-11-2016, 04:56 PM #1

You can run a Windows CD on your LG SP60 external reader. The computer supports USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports, so you should be able to install Windows 8.1 there.

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04-12-2016, 12:52 AM
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I'm most comfortable using CDs since certain motherboards (including my own) can't use USB as a boot device in BIOS. CDs function reliably.
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04-12-2016, 12:52 AM #2

I'm most comfortable using CDs since certain motherboards (including my own) can't use USB as a boot device in BIOS. CDs function reliably.

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04-12-2016, 09:29 AM
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The most effective method remains using a CD, even with a bootable USB. CDs offer better compatibility, especially when using an OEM disc for installation.
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Infallity
04-12-2016, 09:29 AM #3

The most effective method remains using a CD, even with a bootable USB. CDs offer better compatibility, especially when using an OEM disc for installation.

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04-12-2016, 06:08 PM
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Yes, even a separate external hard drive can be used.
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Cl0ud_Client
04-12-2016, 06:08 PM #4

Yes, even a separate external hard drive can be used.

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Katsumota
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04-18-2016, 09:56 AM
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Yes, it works better than USB. I've relied on external drives for years to install Windows, and USB installs are faster with a good stick. Discs remain more compatible overall, but as long as the BIOS recognizes the external drive via UEFI or at startup, it shouldn't cause issues.
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Katsumota
04-18-2016, 09:56 AM #5

Yes, it works better than USB. I've relied on external drives for years to install Windows, and USB installs are faster with a good stick. Discs remain more compatible overall, but as long as the BIOS recognizes the external drive via UEFI or at startup, it shouldn't cause issues.

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04-18-2016, 06:42 PM
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Kravaax
04-18-2016, 06:42 PM #6

bump

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