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Resolved Win7 on a USB flash drive possible?

Discussion in 'Windows 7' started by 1jay1, 2011/08/19.

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    1jay1

    1jay1 Inactive Thread Starter

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    Move this if it's not in the right forum subject!!

    I was thinking if it's possible to load and run any windows OS (well, XP and above) on a USB flash drive.
     
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    Yes, it's possible. Though Win 7 would be tough to do because the install needs about 16 GB.
     
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    Running Windows 7 as a live cd, no. Installing Windows 7 from a USB drive, yes.
     
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    Win 7 on a USB flash drive..... Great!!
    I also have the full verion of XP pro.

    Now, how can I get the steps on doing same?



     
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    Thanks Tony, I think it'll be useful to have.
     
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    TonyT

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    You can make a Windows 7 live media using WinBuilder (XP & other versions too).
     
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    I had been searching for this. I was beginning to give up thinking that Win7 could be used as a PE project. Thank you.
     
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    2nd'd :)
     
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    TonyT

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    Please mark your thread as 'Resolved'.

     
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    Thx, that's a good link but can't understand about using a USB flash drive yet :(



     
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