Windows 10 USB Installer refuses to boot

Question

I've decided to upgrade to Windows 10 on my Dell Optiplex 760, but the problem is when I boot from the USB, nothing happens. This is also the same on my laptop which is where I downloaded the iso from Microsoft's Insider Build page, I have tried both arch's (x86 and x64) and both won't boot from my desktop. What should I do?

Specs:

Dell Optiplex 760

Intel Core2 Duo (64 Bit Processor)

nVidia GeForce 210 1GB DDR3

2GB DDR2 RAM

Intel Virtulisation Technology (VT-d / VT-x)

CD/DVD RW Drive

Yes, I press F12 and select "USB" from the boot list, it is even set in the bios to boot first. — PyxlWuff, Jul 04 '16 at 20:49
I use a trusted software called "Rufus" (https://rufus.akeo.ie/) — PyxlWuff, Jul 04 '16 at 20:50
Hmm. That should've worked. When you choose the USB option, what happens? Also, did you burn the USB for GPT or MBR? — TheWanderer, Jul 04 '16 at 20:51
so I selected the ISO file and the partition option instantly goes to GPT for UEFI — PyxlWuff, Jul 04 '16 at 20:55

score -1 · Answer 1 · answered Jul 05 '16 at 02:39

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Try using WinToUSB to create a Windows installation USB falsh drive to install Windows 10/8/7, with this free software you don't need to specify the partition scheme and file system type.

How to create a Windows installation USB flash drive with BIOS and UEFI support?

answered Jul 05 '16 at 02:39

Jerry ZJM

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WintoUSB makes a Windows TO GO USB, basically Windows 10 running on a USB – PyxlWuff Jul 05 '16 at 16:10
WinToUSB has released a new feature called "Windows Installation USB Creator" which allows you to create a Windows installation USB flash drive with BIOS and UEFI support. – Jerry ZJM Jul 06 '16 at 00:44

score -1 · Answer 2 · answered Jul 05 '16 at 03:17

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Use RUFUS to make bootable USB drive for Windows. Steps can be found here- Using RUFUS and Bootable pen drive can also be made without any software. Follow these steps- Without any software

answered Jul 05 '16 at 03:17

Mohit Singh

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That's what I am using – PyxlWuff Jul 05 '16 at 16:10
Can you add details on how to make without software so superuser has the information and incase link breaks and use the link as support to your information-thanks – mic84 Jul 06 '16 at 00:22

Windows 10 USB Installer refuses to boot

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