This is the most critical step. You cannot simply copy and paste the ISO file onto the USB drive; you must "burn" the image to the drive so that the computer recognizes it as a bootable device. The method varies depending on the operating system you are currently using.
| Brand | Boot Menu Key | BIOS Key | |-------|---------------|-----------| | Dell | F12 | F2 | | HP | F9 | F10 | | Lenovo| F12 | F1/F2 | | Asus | F8/Esc | F2/Del | | Acer | F12 | F2 | | MSI | F11 | Del | | Apple | Hold Option (⌥) | - | how to install os using usb
# 1. Insert USB – find its identifier diskutil list This is the most critical step
Choose your preferred language and edition, then select as the media to use. | Brand | Boot Menu Key | BIOS
This comprehensive guide will walk you through the entire process, from selecting the right hardware to the final installation steps.