Someone knows how to create a bootable USB for a Chromebook on a Windows system.

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xXDinklemanXx
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04-07-2016, 04:16 PM

I recently purchased a Chromebook and currently own two laptops without solid-state drives. I’m planning to repair them now before investing in additional SSDs.

xXDinklemanXx

04-07-2016, 04:16 PM #1

I recently purchased a Chromebook and currently own two laptops without solid-state drives. I’m planning to repair them now before investing in additional SSDs.

oofgeg
Member

04-07-2016, 04:55 PM

It looks like the shortcut is likely a method for right-clicking using the trackpad. Anyone know how to set that up? I usually rely on Ctrl+V for copying, but I’ve had some auto-correct features enabled.

oofgeg

04-07-2016, 04:55 PM #2

AppleFighter
Member

04-09-2016, 04:32 AM

I think it works by pressing two fingers together, just like on a Mac.

AppleFighter

04-09-2016, 04:32 AM #3

I think it works by pressing two fingers together, just like on a Mac.

64tick
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135

04-10-2016, 01:38 AM

Thanks, it functions correctly.

64tick

04-10-2016, 01:38 AM #4

Thanks, it functions correctly.

ITz_NoY
Member

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04-13-2016, 09:48 PM

Click once, that's enough. Based on what I understand, currently there isn't a method to create a bootable USB from a Chromebook. This means: Chrome OS: Linux with Chrome - Terminal

ITz_NoY

04-13-2016, 09:48 PM #5

Click once, that's enough. Based on what I understand, currently there isn't a method to create a bootable USB from a Chromebook. This means: Chrome OS: Linux with Chrome - Terminal

matte0gameur
Junior Member

04-13-2016, 11:28 PM

Using an Android app alongside other tools is possible.

matte0gameur

04-13-2016, 11:28 PM #6

Using an Android app alongside other tools is possible.

TNTJeb1
Junior Member

04-14-2016, 06:46 AM

When UEFI is enabled on laptops, you can prepare the USB by formatting it to FAT32, downloading the ISO file, extracting its data, and pasting everything onto the device. For a legacy boot setup, obtain the ISO, rename it, switch the extension from .iso to .bin, launch Chrome Recovery Center, tap the gear icon, choose "Use Local Image", point the cursor at the bin file, select the USB as the target, and it will generate the drive automatically.

TNTJeb1

04-14-2016, 06:46 AM #7

Nani100
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04-14-2016, 07:22 AM

You can verify if your laptop supports UEFI by checking the manufacturer's specifications or using system settings. Look for options related to boot mode or firmware type. If unsure, consult the device manual or contact support.

Nani100

04-14-2016, 07:22 AM #8

A_Sound
Senior Member

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04-14-2016, 10:29 AM

Using the alternative approach ensures compatibility with both UEFI and legacy systems.

A_Sound

04-14-2016, 10:29 AM #9

Using the alternative approach ensures compatibility with both UEFI and legacy systems.

ItzWillGuy
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04-18-2016, 05:06 AM

#10

Windows has unique requirements that demand its own specialized software for copying to a USB drive, which won't function on ChromeOS.

ItzWillGuy

04-18-2016, 05:06 AM #10

Windows has unique requirements that demand its own specialized software for copying to a USB drive, which won't function on ChromeOS.

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