Windows 8.1/10 installer from ESD file

with added drivers

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Modern versions of Windows are often distributed in the form of ESD files (Electronic Software Delivery).

 

This example demonstrates conversion of Windows 10 (Insider Preview) ESD file with simultaneous integration of FlashBoot-builtin NVMe drivers to bootable USB installer thumbdrive. USB installer will boot in UEFI mode.

 

1) Run FlashBoot Pro, click Next

 

2) Choose "OS installer -> USB" in the Main Menu

 

3) Choose "Windows Vista/7/8/8.1/10 installer with added drivers (for BIOS-based computers)" or "Windows Vista/7/8/8.1/10 installer with added drivers (for UEFI-based computers)" in this menu and click Next

 

UEFI mode must be chosen if you want to install Windows to 3Tb+ boot HDD. It may be chosen if you have UEFI-compatible computer. Most computers manufactured after 2012 are UEFI-compatible, but if you intend to install Windows to older computer, then use BIOS mode instead of UEFI mode.

 

 

4) Specify ISO image file (or DVD disc) of Windows setup and click Next

 

5) Choose which drivers should be integrated and click Next

 

6) Specify target USB storage device and click Next

 

7) If necessary, change volume label, or leave it as is, and click Next

 

8) Check summary information and click Format Now

 

9) Wait for process completion

 

10) Bootable USB storage device is ready to use. Click OK to exit