Windows 10: Install from USB or UEFI? Differences?

Discus and support Install from USB or UEFI? Differences? in Windows 10 Installation and Upgrade to solve the problem; I created a bootable Windows 10 installer with the specific Microsoft tool, on an USB pendrive. Now, when I go in Bios to choose from where to... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Installation and Upgrade' started by Siegfriedm, Feb 16, 2016.

  1. Install from USB or UEFI? Differences?


    I created a bootable Windows 10 installer with the specific Microsoft tool, on an USB pendrive.


    Now, when I go in Bios to choose from where to boot to install Win10, I have 2 options about USB port. One is USB and the another one is UEFI....but I just have 1 installer pendrive.
    What are differences? Why it find 2 different sources?
    Both USB and UEFI options, just shows up when USB pendrive is connected.

    :)
     
    Siegfriedm, Feb 16, 2016
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  2. Sharief K Win User

    Install from ISO or USB - validation code?????

    Hi Rick,

    Sorry for the delay in response.

    You may skip entering the product key and continue the installation.

    For more information on activation, refer to the links.

    Get help with Windows 10 activation errors

    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-10/upgrade-install-errors-windows-10

    Why can't I activate Windows 10?

    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-10/why-activate-windows-10

    Hope it helps. If you have any other questions, please do not hesitate to reply. We will be glad to assist you.
     
    Sharief K, Feb 16, 2016
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  3. Install from ISO or USB - validation code?????

    Still haven't had a a reply.

    W7 is a validated installation on that computer.

    This page keeps on getting a pop- up so it is difficult to use.
     
    Rick_Fischer, Feb 16, 2016
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  4. Phone Man Win User

    Install from USB or UEFI? Differences?

    You can use that pen drive to install in MBR or UEFI mode, just pick the one you want.

    Jim *Cool
     
    Phone Man, Feb 16, 2016
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  5. Archie123 Win User
    here is some info from MS on UEFI , if your hardware is compatible id use UEFI to utilise fast boot and faster shutdowns (there are a more reasons than those btw look it up *Smile ) Your hardware has to be UEFI compatible to use the features though as you didnt fill in your specs i cant tell

    Windows Setup: Installing using the MBR or GPT partition style
     
    Archie123, Apr 4, 2018
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