Mark clicked the second option. He wasn't fixing the desktop; he was building a lifeline for his dead laptop.
| Problem | Solution | | :--- | :--- | | | Use a USB 2.0 port (not 3.0). Some older PCs can't boot from USB 3.0. | | "Missing media driver" error | Unplug the USB and plug it into a different USB port (preferably USB 2.0). | | Windows can't be installed on this drive | In the setup screen, press Shift+F10, type diskpart then clean (wipes the entire drive). | | USB drive is too small | 8 GB is the absolute minimum. If the tool complains, use a 16 GB drive. | | Secure Boot violation | Disable Secure Boot in BIOS, or ensure your USB was created as GPT for UEFI. | windows 10 installation usb