Install Windows 8.1 via USB drive.

ItzJereBear
Junior Member

10-04-2016, 05:11 AM

Hi, I'm using Windows 8.0 on an old HP laptop and planning to get a new gaming PC soon. I was considering trying Windows 8.1 first to see if it fits my needs. After setting up the ISO to USB, I attempted to boot from it but it didn't work. When I clicked to boot, my laptop just started normally with Windows 8.0. I'm wondering if there might be an issue with my BIOS settings—do you think that could be the problem? Thanks, Arno.

ItzJereBear

10-04-2016, 05:11 AM #1

_ErikThePanda_
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10-04-2016, 06:48 AM

The images are damaged.

_ErikThePanda_

10-04-2016, 06:48 AM #2

The images are damaged.

emstay26
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10-05-2016, 04:42 AM

Yes, it should be fixed now.

emstay26

10-05-2016, 04:42 AM #3

Yes, it should be fixed now.

Pawtex
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10-05-2016, 12:12 PM

The USB Diskette at the top should be placed first. When you press F12 or F10 during the BIOS logo, it initiates a different boot process.

Pawtex

10-05-2016, 12:12 PM #4

The USB Diskette at the top should be placed first. When you press F12 or F10 during the BIOS logo, it initiates a different boot process.

PatrickJosh
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10-05-2016, 06:45 PM

Windows 8.1 is an upgrade available for free from Windows 8. From the App Store it’s easy to switch. I’m puzzled about why you’re suggesting a floppy drive. Did you install Windows 8.1 on 1458 floppies? If you’re using a USB flash drive, you should import the Windows 8.1 ISO onto it and make it bootable. You can use this free Microsoft tool: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/...nload-tool After that, connect it to a USB 2.0 port and set your system to boot from it.

PatrickJosh

10-05-2016, 06:45 PM #5

Joo_Thunder
Member

10-06-2016, 01:49 AM

I'll give it a shot and keep you updated on the progress. The main goal is to see how the installation from USB works on my new PC after I order a fresh system without a CD drive. If it doesn't work there, I'll try the suggested method and let you know the outcome.

Joo_Thunder

10-06-2016, 01:49 AM #6

aleix56
Member

10-06-2016, 03:00 AM

HP systems typically employ the F9 key to access the Boot Menu. There, you can choose your single boot device.

aleix56

10-06-2016, 03:00 AM #7

HP systems typically employ the F9 key to access the Boot Menu. There, you can choose your single boot device.

godfreydtm
Member

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10-06-2016, 03:06 AM

Thanks a lot! After using the program, it worked perfectly. I think the site you mentioned isn't the same. Appreciate your help!

godfreydtm

10-06-2016, 03:06 AM #8

Thanks a lot! After using the program, it worked perfectly. I think the site you mentioned isn't the same. Appreciate your help!