How to Install Windows 10 from USB on Lenovo G70-35 Laptop

Preparing for Windows Installation

• 💡 A USB drive of at least 8GB and a laptop charger are essential requirements for the installation process.
• ⚠️ It's crucial to keep the Lenovo G70-35 plugged in throughout the entire installation to prevent system damage.
• 💻 If you cannot access your current system, you will need another Windows device to create the bootable USB.

Creating a Bootable Windows USB

• 🔍 Search for the Windows 10 ISO on the Microsoft website and download the tool to create installation media.
• ⚙️ Select 'Create installation media' and choose the desired language, edition, and architecture (typically 64-bit).
• 💾 Opt for the USB flash drive option and ensure you select the correct drive if multiple are connected.
• ⏳ This process of downloading and creating the bootable drive will take a significant amount of time.

Booting from USB on Lenovo G70-35

• 🔌 Once the bootable USB is ready, shut down your Lenovo G70-35 completely.
• 📌 Locate the small button next to the charging port on the right side of the laptop.
• 🚀 Use a pen or similar object to press this button, which will power on the laptop and bring up the one-time boot menu.
• 🖱️ Navigate the boot menu using keyboard arrows, select 'Boot Menu', then 'EFI USB Device' to boot from the USB.

Installing Windows 10

• 🌐 Select your preferred language, time format, and keyboard layout, then click 'Next' and 'Install now'.
• 🔑 If prompted for activation, click 'I don't have a product key'; you can activate later or select the previously installed Windows version.
• 🗑️ Choose the 'Custom: Install Windows only (advanced)' option.
• 🧹 Delete all partitions on Drive 0 (your main laptop drive) until only 'Drive 0 Unallocated Space' remains.
• ✅ Select the unallocated space and click 'Next' to begin copying files and installing Windows.

Post-Installation Setup

• 🔌 The laptop will restart multiple times during installation; ensure it remains plugged in and do not interrupt the process.
• 🌐 After installation, connect to Wi-Fi during the initial setup to automatically download essential drivers.
• 👤 Continue with the setup, choosing between a personal or Microsoft account login, or an offline account if available.
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