This article explains how to put an ISO image on a flash drive so you can properly boot from it to install an operating system or run some other bootable program.
How to Burn an ISO File to a USB Drive using Rufus
- Download Rufus: Visit the Rufus website and download the tool.
- Insert USB Drive: Plug in the USB drive you want to use for the ISO file.
- Open Rufus: Launch the Rufus tool you downloaded.
- Select USB Drive: From the device drop-down menu, choose your USB drive.
- Choose ISO Image: Click on “SELECT” and choose the ISO file you want to burn to the USB drive.
- Start Burning: Once the ISO file is selected, click on “START” to begin the burning process.
- Wait for Completion: Wait for Rufus to finish burning the ISO file to the USB drive. This process may take some time depending on the size of the ISO file.
- Completion: Once Rufus shows “READY,” you can close the program and safely remove the USB drive.
- Boot from USB Drive: To use the USB drive, plug it into the desired computer and boot from it to access the contents of the ISO file.
By following these steps, you can effectively burn an ISO file to a USB drive using Rufus, allowing you to create bootable USB drives for various purposes.
