Windows 10: 3 Ways to Create a Windows 11 Bootable USB on Mac

There are so many reasons that a Windows 11 device might crash and fails to boot thereafter. It can be a disaster when you use it for work or any primary source of income. Fortunately, you can create a bootable USB if you have a macOS device as an alternative.

It means saving you a trip and money on having it repaired by someone else. By making a Windows 11 Bootable USB on Mac, you can quickly resurrect your laptop or PC in minutes. Here are your options.

Make a Windows 11 bootable USB on Mac with Terminal


Here’s one of the easiest ways to make a Windows 11 bootable USB on a macOS device. Before you proceed, you need to ensure that you have Homebrew as well as wimlab on your macOS device. Also, since your Windows 11 ISO image will be above 4 GB, you’ll have to split the “install.wim” file.

First, place the drive in your Mac device and open Terminal. Enter the text ‘diskutil list’, which will reveal all the drives on your computer. Make a note on your phone or a piece of paper which disk number refers to the USB.

Now, you will need to mount the specific Windows ISO folder that should be in the Downloads section of your Mac. Your input starts with hdiutil mount and then the ISO folder location. You now need to copy the Windows ISO image, but make sure it doesn’t include the file “install.wim”.



WonderISO


One of the top tools that takes most of the hassle of making a Windows 11 bootable USB drive on a Mac easier for you is WonderISO. There are some requirements you’ll need to meet, such as having macOS version 10.12, 11 on your device. Also, you’ll need a USB drive with at least 16 GB storage space and the Windows 11 ISO image.

From here, start by downloading and installing WonderISO. Once you open the application, there’s a Burn function you’ll need to activate. Before you can use it, you need to import Windows 11 ISO image and insert the USB. When ready, just burn the image onto the drive. You won’t have to worry about splitting the file, as the app does it for you.



Boot Camp for older Mac devices


This method is the one we recommend the least. Apple has banned the use of it on newer macOS devices, which means you might not even be able to use it. However, older Mac computers can still use it. All you need to do is install the Boot Camp app, let the assistant load, show the location of the ISO image, and let it roll from there.



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Multi-bootable USB

Hey guys from TPU, couldn't find any specific thread pertaining to the question asked on title. As mentioned, I'm trying to create a bootable USB, but with many specifics boots available.

I've been trying to create one with multiple boot device including one that enables me to run Windows 10 directly on the USB Thumb Drive but to no avail.

The list of bootable images i'm trying to create are

1. Windows 10 (A full OS running from thumb drive)
2. Windows 10 ISO (Bootable disk image for fresh install)
3. MemTest86+

Have tried YUMI or UUI from the website USB PenDrive Linux but as this is my first time, i don't know how am i screwing up or am doing it right.. Anyone got a rough idea on a step by step guide? Thanks!

 

Create Windows 11 Bootable USB on Mac with M1 Chip

Hi Pattie Joe,

I am Dave, I will help you with this.

The usual method to create a bootable Windows 11 USB on a Mac is to use Bootcamp, however that is not included on M1 Macs

Honestly, it is rarely successful creating Windows bootable USB's on a Mac, that usually results in a corrupt USB, the best option is to borrow a Windows device and create the Windows 11 USB on that, it is a far more reliable method and usually works first time.

 

Create Windows 11 Bootable USB on Mac with M1 Chip

One thing to note. You need to check the USB drive is functioning well and make sure that Windows 11 iso file you downloaded is from Microsoft website. An damaged Windows ISO file could also cause the USB to not be recognized as a bootable device.



If there is no problem with USB and ISO file, then go with UUByte ISO Editor instead. The above suggestions are free so you can try them first. UUByte ISO Editor is a free trial software but you can get a Windows 11 bootable USB installer in less than 20 minutes. From my past experience, UUByte ISO Editor is even better than Bootcamp and UNetbootin. It has no limitations, just 3 clicks (download, launch and burn) to get a bootable USB drive on your Mac.



Step-by-step tutorial for refernece: Make Windows 10 Bootable USB on macOS Big Sur in 3 Simple Ways