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I'm having trouble setting up Windows 11 using a bootable USB drive.

I'm having trouble setting up Windows 11 using a bootable USB drive.

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Dizconnected
Member
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04-06-2021, 06:32 PM
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I recently wiped out my Windows folder and likely disabled the system drive. I attempted to reinstall Windows 11 25H2 on another drive using Rufus, but it failed to boot. The log file is attached. I'm really worried because everything should work now. The USB stick was split into two partitions—partition 1 isn't bootable by itself, while partition 2 seems to trigger the error. If I let BIOS boot directly into the USB without a single partition, it behaves like partition 2. I’d appreciate any assistance and feel free to share more details if needed.
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Dizconnected
04-06-2021, 06:32 PM #1

I recently wiped out my Windows folder and likely disabled the system drive. I attempted to reinstall Windows 11 25H2 on another drive using Rufus, but it failed to boot. The log file is attached. I'm really worried because everything should work now. The USB stick was split into two partitions—partition 1 isn't bootable by itself, while partition 2 seems to trigger the error. If I let BIOS boot directly into the USB without a single partition, it behaves like partition 2. I’d appreciate any assistance and feel free to share more details if needed.

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Soccerdude2006
Junior Member
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04-07-2021, 08:26 PM
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Why not rely solely on Microsoft’s installer? You’re running into problems, so opt for the simplest route to check it works. Once confirmed, you can proceed with Rufus. At least get into the BIOS and set up boot from USB. Then follow the straightforward method Microsoft provided. After verifying everything functions, adjust or redo as needed. Avoid unnecessary complexity beyond what’s essential.
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Soccerdude2006
04-07-2021, 08:26 PM #2

Why not rely solely on Microsoft’s installer? You’re running into problems, so opt for the simplest route to check it works. Once confirmed, you can proceed with Rufus. At least get into the BIOS and set up boot from USB. Then follow the straightforward method Microsoft provided. After verifying everything functions, adjust or redo as needed. Avoid unnecessary complexity beyond what’s essential.

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Cramie
Member
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04-11-2021, 05:10 PM
#3
It might indicate you should consider switching to a more advanced operating system.
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Cramie
04-11-2021, 05:10 PM #3

It might indicate you should consider switching to a more advanced operating system.

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MincraftLucas
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04-13-2021, 03:18 AM
#4
But why? Just follow the steps provided.
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MincraftLucas
04-13-2021, 03:18 AM #4

But why? Just follow the steps provided.

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CrazyLlamaFace
Member
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04-14-2021, 07:26 AM
#5
Consider what @Dedayog mentioned. You can use Microsoft’s bootable creator app or avoid splitting the stick into two partitions. This approach is common when people use Ventoy, which provides its own bootloader to access the Ventoy interface and choose the desired ISO. I’m not familiar with Rufus; I haven’t heard much about its performance with a partitioned USB drive.
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CrazyLlamaFace
04-14-2021, 07:26 AM #5

Consider what @Dedayog mentioned. You can use Microsoft’s bootable creator app or avoid splitting the stick into two partitions. This approach is common when people use Ventoy, which provides its own bootloader to access the Ventoy interface and choose the desired ISO. I’m not familiar with Rufus; I haven’t heard much about its performance with a partitioned USB drive.

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MisterMyth
Junior Member
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04-14-2021, 03:11 PM
#6
MS-7025 is a 939 socket motherboard released in 2004. Using Microsoft's bootable creator won't work since the board and processor don't satisfy the minimum specs for W11.
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MisterMyth
04-14-2021, 03:11 PM #6

MS-7025 is a 939 socket motherboard released in 2004. Using Microsoft's bootable creator won't work since the board and processor don't satisfy the minimum specs for W11.

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simvince
Junior Member
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04-14-2021, 05:03 PM
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It won't be able to boot into version 11 because essential instruction sets are missing.
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simvince
04-14-2021, 05:03 PM #7

It won't be able to boot into version 11 because essential instruction sets are missing.

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TheRoyalJam
Junior Member
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04-14-2021, 05:32 PM
#8
The image appears to be MS-7D25, an MSI Pro Z690-A with DDR4. Installation of W11 should work smoothly using the Windows installation USB, which becomes ESD after setup.
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TheRoyalJam
04-14-2021, 05:32 PM #8

The image appears to be MS-7D25, an MSI Pro Z690-A with DDR4. Installation of W11 should work smoothly using the Windows installation USB, which becomes ESD after setup.

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Lil_Shorty
Member
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04-14-2021, 07:59 PM
#9
I’m curious about the distinction and the reason behind the failure, but it seems to have worked fine. I was unaware Microsoft had a dedicated tool for this task—it makes sense. It appears adding unnecessary complexity is a pattern I follow. Appreciate your response.
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Lil_Shorty
04-14-2021, 07:59 PM #9

I’m curious about the distinction and the reason behind the failure, but it seems to have worked fine. I was unaware Microsoft had a dedicated tool for this task—it makes sense. It appears adding unnecessary complexity is a pattern I follow. Appreciate your response.

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SoyDash
Posting Freak
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04-14-2021, 09:25 PM
#10
too real.
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SoyDash
04-14-2021, 09:25 PM #10

too real.