Windows USB/DVD Download Tool

Name: Windows USB/DVD Download Tool
Rating: 4 (49 reviews)
Author: Microsoft

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Key Details of Windows USB/DVD Download Tool

Create a copy of your Windows ISO file on removable media.
Last updated on 2/29/2024
There have been 4 updates
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Clean (it's extremely likely that this software program is clean)

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Developer's Description

By Microsoft

Create a copy of your Windows ISO file on removable media.

The Windows 7 USB/DVD Download tool allows you to create a copy of your Windows 7 ISO file to turn into a bootable USB flash drive or DVD.

When you purchase Windows 7 from Microsoft Store, you have the option to download an ISO file or compressed files. The Windows 7 USB/DVD Download tool allows you to create a copy of your Windows 7 ISO file on a USB flash drive or a DVD. To create a bootable DVD or USB flash drive, download the ISO file and then run the Windows 7 USB/DVD Download tool. Once this is done, you can install Windows 7 directly from the USB flash drive or DVD.

The ISO file contains all the Windows 7 installation files combined into a single uncompressed file. When you download the ISO file, you need to copy it to some medium in order to install Windows 7. This tool allows you to create a copy of the ISO file to a USB flash drive or a DVD. To install Windows 7 from your USB flash drive or DVD, all you need to do is insert the USB flash drive into your USB port or insert your DVD into your DVD drive and run Setup.exe from the root folder on the drive.

Note: You cannot install Windows 7 from the ISO file until you copy it to a USB flash drive or DVD with the Windows 7 USB/DVD Download tool and install from there.

The copy of the ISO file that the Windows 7 USB/DVD Download tool creates is bootable. Bootable media allows you to install Windows 7 without having to first run an existing operating system on your machine. If you change the boot order of drives in your computer's BIOS, you can run the Windows 7 installation directly from your USB flash drive or DVD when you turn on your computer. Please see the documentation for your computer for information on how to change the BIOS boot order of drives.

You may make one copy of the ISO file on a disc, USB flash drive or other media in order to install the software on a computer. Once you have installed the software on a computer, the license terms that accompany the software apply to your use of the software and replace these terms. The license terms for Windows 7, once accepted, permit you to make one copy of the software as a back-up copy for reinstallation on the licensed computer. If you do not delete the copy of the ISO file you made to install the software on your computer, then the copy of the ISO file constitutes your back-up copy.

Full Specifications

GENERAL

Release: October 23, 2009

Latest update: February 29, 2024

Version: 1.0

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System: Windows 10, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7

Additional Requirements: 233 MHz CPU, 50MB disk space, 4GB removable media (DVD or flash drive)

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 4,857,787

Downloads Last Week: 0

User Reviews

4/5

49 User Votes

Works fine but it's slow

bennettemily6579/9/2017

Pros: It's easy and fuctional for work.
Cons: The program is slow, but it works.
Summary

Simple and efficient

SlotaGutterman8/16/2015

Pros: Good product but BEWARE of Tech Support!!!
Cons: No so far !!!!
Summary

Limited versions available

Bullriders2/15/2015

Pros: Download untouched versions of Windows directly from Microsoft
Cons: Only does Retail purchase or Digital downloads (Upgrades) versions. Does not do OEM versions that came with packaged computer.
Summary: Would be a great tool if the OEM issue was resolved. Many manufacturers only carry software ISO's for limited time and then want to charge $20+ for copies.

Works On Windows 10

BearPuppy1/19/2015

Pros: Creates a bootable USB flash drive on Windows 10 Technical Preview - other tools weren't able to do so.
Cons: None encountered - program is slow, but it works.
Summary: If you need a bootable windows USB, this tool is the one to use.

Very easy to use and very thorough.

FaheyChaim10/16/2014

Pros: For me, it is very suitable
Cons: Not too many words to say.
Summary

Like it better every day

WeinrichMinor10/7/2014

Pros: A Simple, Elegant, and Effective product !
Cons: Thanks a lot. it is good.
Summary

Limited usefulness.

onionson5/22/2014

Pros: None for me or anyone trying to make a recovery disc from a company that makes refurbs.
Cons: Same as the pros.
Summary: I believe the others that this worked for them but think MS and other big boys touting it for use should explain more and know more before they do. It only works for a narrow slice of the pie.

Need good FOSS equivalent

tuxrules2/6/2014

Pros: I stopped using Windows over two years ago and know I need to setup a dual boot notebook that doesn't have a DVD drive. Can anyone recommend a good equivalent FOSS program
Cons: none none none none none
Summary

The title is deceptive

cudles4112/21/2013

Pros: none at all
Cons: It doesn't burn your windows onto a disk or flashdrive for backup.
Summary: Waste of time

Very useful

yamdzain10/24/2013

Pros: Saves DVD burning
Cons: Unlike DVD only full ISO could be used.
Summary