Fixing Rufus Windows Go Boot Issues with a Kingston 64GB USB Flash Drive
If you've been experiencing issues with your Windows Go bootable USB drive created with Rufus, this article will provide you with a detailed overview of how to troubleshoot and fix those issues. Whether your drive fails to boot on certain days, or you're encountering missing DLL errors while running programs, this guide has you covered.
What is Rufus and Windows Go?
Rufus is a popular, open-source utility that allows users to create bootable USB drives from ISO images. This can be particularly useful for creating a portable version of Windows, known as Windows Go, that can be run on any computer from a USB drive.
Common Boot Issues with Rufus Windows Go
There are a few common issues that users may encounter when using Rufus to create a Windows Go bootable USB drive. These include:
- The drive fails to boot on certain days
- Missing DLL errors when running programs
Troubleshooting Boot Issues
If your Rufus Windows Go bootable USB drive is failing to boot, there are a few steps you can take to troubleshoot the issue:
- Check the USB drive for errors: You can use the
chkdskcommand in Windows to check the USB drive for errors. Connect the drive to your computer, open the command prompt, and typechkdsk [drive letter]: /f(replace [drive letter] with the letter assigned to your USB drive). - Re-create the bootable USB drive: Sometimes, the issue may be with the ISO image or the way it was written to the USB drive. You can try re-downloading the ISO image and re-creating the bootable USB drive using Rufus.
- Check the computer's BIOS settings: Make sure that the computer's BIOS settings are set to boot from the USB drive. You can access the BIOS settings by pressing a certain key (usually F2, F10, or ESC) during startup.
Troubleshooting Missing DLL Errors
If you're encountering missing DLL errors while running programs on your Rufus Windows Go bootable USB drive, there are a few steps you can take to troubleshoot the issue:
- Re-install the program: Sometimes, the issue may be with the program itself. Try re-installing the program to see if that resolves the issue.
- Copy the missing DLL to the program's directory: You can try manually copying the missing DLL to the program's directory. You can find the DLL on your computer or download it from a trusted source.
- Use a Dependency Walker: A Dependency Walker is a tool that can help you identify which DLLs a program is dependent on. You can use this tool to see if there are any other missing DLLs that need to be addressed.
While Rufus is a powerful and versatile tool for creating bootable USB drives, it's not uncommon to encounter issues when using it to create a Windows Go bootable USB drive. By following the steps outlined in this article, you should be able to troubleshoot and fix most common boot and missing DLL errors. If you're still encountering issues, it may be helpful to consult the Rufus documentation or seek assistance from the Rufus community.