The process of installing Windows 7 using a USB flash drive can be roughly divided into the following steps:
Prepare the USB flash driveFirst of all, you will need a USB flash drive of at least 4GB to create your Windows 7 installation media.
**Windows 7 ISO file: ISO image file from Microsoft official website or other trusted *** Windows 7.
Make a bootable USB flash drive
Use tools: You can use tools such as RFUS or Windows USB ***Download Tool to burn ISO files to a USB flash drive to make a bootable installation USB stick.
How to do it: Run these tools, select your ISO file and USB stick, and follow the instructions. This will erase all data from the USB flash drive and create a bootable installation medium.
Set up the BIOS: Restart your PC and go to the BIOS settings at boot (usually press the F2, F12, Delete, or ESC keys). Set the USB flash drive in the BIOS as the preferred boot device.
Boot and install Windows 7 from the USB flash drive
Restart the computer and the computer will boot from the USB flash drive.
Follow the on-screen instructions to begin the Windows installation process. You'll need to choose the language, time, currency format, keyboard or input method, and so on.
Click on the "Install Now" button to start the installation process.
Accept the license terms and select the Custom (Premium) installation type.
Select the partition where Windows 7 is installed. If it's a new drive, you may need to format it first.
The installation process will begin, and your PC may restart several times during the process.
Complete the installation: After the installation is complete, follow the instructions to set the user account, password, etc. Install all the necessary drivers and do a Windows update.
Make sure to back up all your important data before installation as the installation process may format the hard drive. Also, installing the operating system can be complicated, and if you're not familiar with the steps, you may need to seek professional help.