Instead of relying on a USB drive, you can use your computer directly.
Instead of relying on a USB drive, you can use your computer directly.
A direct USB to USB link fails because USB operates differently than a standard network connection. PC transfer cables seem to function like an independent Ethernet setup, which might not be reliable if the system's firmware doesn't recognize the device. If the path works and the computer supports booting via Ethernet, you can set up Windows over Ethernet (https://www.aioboot.com/en/network-boot/). Otherwise, USB drives that install Windows 10 are typically around $5.
I understand, I can use my laptop and would need to wait for the USB drive to arrive.
Hold off on waiting? Just purchase the USB stick immediately anywhere. They now offer this product at almost any store, including grocery shops—often at a better price than expected.
Sorry, but it would still be challenging even with a working data transfer. A separate partition would be necessary only for the Windows installer. Also, you can download and create a USB drive on that laptop. It wouldn't have been possible during the initial setup.