{"id":640,"date":"2023-02-15T03:08:28","date_gmt":"2023-02-15T03:08:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/?p=640"},"modified":"2023-04-25T10:58:09","modified_gmt":"2023-04-25T10:58:09","slug":"how-to-fix-rufus-not-detecting-my-usb-drive","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-rufus-not-detecting-my-usb-drive.html","title":{"rendered":"How to Fix &#8220;Rufus Not Detecting My USB Drive&#8221; in 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_31 counter-hierarchy counter-disc\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><label for=\"item\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-rufus-not-detecting-my-usb-drive.html\/#Why_Is_My_USB_Drive_Not_Being_Detected_in_Rufus\" title=\"Why Is My USB Drive Not Being Detected in Rufus?\">Why Is My USB Drive Not Being Detected in Rufus?<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-rufus-not-detecting-my-usb-drive.html\/#1_Outdated_Rufus_Version\" title=\"1. Outdated Rufus Version:\">1. Outdated Rufus Version:<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-rufus-not-detecting-my-usb-drive.html\/#2Compatibility_Issues_with_USB_Drive\" title=\"2.Compatibility Issues with USB Drive:\">2.Compatibility Issues with USB Drive:<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-rufus-not-detecting-my-usb-drive.html\/#3_Corrupted_or_Damaged_USB_Drive\" title=\"3. Corrupted or Damaged USB Drive:\">3. Corrupted or Damaged USB Drive:<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-rufus-not-detecting-my-usb-drive.html\/#4_Incorrect_Rufus_Settings\" title=\"4. Incorrect Rufus Settings:\">4. Incorrect Rufus Settings:<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-rufus-not-detecting-my-usb-drive.html\/#5_Interference_from_Antivirus_or_Firewall_Software\" title=\"5. Interference from Antivirus or Firewall Software:\">5. Interference from Antivirus or Firewall Software:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-rufus-not-detecting-my-usb-drive.html\/#6_Ways_to_Fix_USB_Drive_Not_Being_Detected_in_Rufus\" title=\"6 Ways to Fix USB Drive Not Being Detected in Rufus?\">6 Ways to Fix USB Drive Not Being Detected in Rufus?<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-rufus-not-detecting-my-usb-drive.html\/#Verify_USB_Drive_Connection\" title=\"Verify USB Drive Connection\">Verify USB Drive Connection<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-rufus-not-detecting-my-usb-drive.html\/#Use_a_Different_USB_Drive\" title=\"Use a Different USB Drive\">Use a Different USB Drive<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-rufus-not-detecting-my-usb-drive.html\/#Update_Rufus\" title=\"Update Rufus\">Update Rufus<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-rufus-not-detecting-my-usb-drive.html\/#Change_Rufus_Settings\" title=\"Change Rufus Settings\">Change Rufus Settings<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-rufus-not-detecting-my-usb-drive.html\/#Check_USB_Drive_File_System\" title=\"Check USB Drive File System\">Check USB Drive File System<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-rufus-not-detecting-my-usb-drive.html\/#Update_USB_Drivers\" title=\"Update USB Drivers\">Update USB Drivers<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-rufus-not-detecting-my-usb-drive.html\/#Alternative_to_Rufus\" title=\"Alternative to Rufus\">Alternative to Rufus<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>Rufus is a free and open-source application used to create bootable USB drives. It is a popular tool for creating bootable USB drives, but it may not always detect USB drives. If you find that <strong>Rufus is not detecting your USB drive<\/strong>, there are a few steps you can take to troubleshoot the issue.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Is_My_USB_Drive_Not_Being_Detected_in_Rufus\"><\/span>Why Is My USB Drive Not Being Detected in Rufus?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are several reasons why <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/alternative-to-rufus.html\"   title=\"Rufus\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">Rufus<\/a> may fail to detect USB drives. Some of the most common reasons include an outdated version of Rufus, compatibility issues with the USB drive, a corrupted or damaged USB drive, incorrect Rufus settings, or interference from antivirus or firewall software.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Outdated_Rufus_Version\"><\/span>1. Outdated Rufus Version:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If the version of Rufus being used is outdated, there may be compatibility issues with newer USB drives or operating systems. It is essential to keep Rufus up-to-date to ensure compatibility with the latest technology.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2Compatibility_Issues_with_USB_Drive\"><\/span>2.Compatibility Issues with USB Drive:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Rufus may not detect a USB drive if it is not compatible with the software. Some USB drives may not be recognized by Rufus due to their brand, storage capacity, or file system. It is important to ensure that the USB drive is compatible with Rufus before attempting to use the software.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Corrupted_or_Damaged_USB_Drive\"><\/span>3. Corrupted or Damaged USB Drive:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If the USB drive is damaged or corrupted, Rufus may not be able to detect it. It is recommended that users check their USB drives for any physical damage or corruption before attempting to use Rufus.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Incorrect_Rufus_Settings\"><\/span>4. Incorrect Rufus Settings:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Rufus has many options and settings that can affect the software&#8217;s ability to detect USB drives. Users should check the settings to ensure that the software is set up correctly for their particular use case.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Interference_from_Antivirus_or_Firewall_Software\"><\/span>5. Interference from Antivirus or Firewall Software:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Antivirus or firewall software may interfere with Rufus&#8217;s ability to detect USB drives. This can be caused by the software flagging Rufus as a potential security threat or blocking Rufus from accessing the USB drive. Users should disable their antivirus or firewall temporarily to see if it is causing the issue.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Ways_to_Fix_USB_Drive_Not_Being_Detected_in_Rufus\"><\/span>6 Ways to Fix USB Drive Not Being Detected in Rufus?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If Rufus is not detecting a USB drive, there are several troubleshooting methods that users can try:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Verify_USB_Drive_Connection\"><\/span>Verify USB Drive Connection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The first step in fixing the issue of Rufus not detecting USB drives is to verify the USB drive connection. Sometimes, the USB drive may not be connected properly, which can cause the problem. To verify the connection, follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Step 1: Disconnect the USB drive from your computer.<\/li>\n<li>Step 2: Wait for a few seconds and then reconnect the USB drive.<\/li>\n<li>Step 3: Check if the USB drive is recognized by your computer.<\/li>\n<li>Step 4: Run Rufus and check if it detects the USB drive.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul><\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_a_Different_USB_Drive\"><\/span>Use a Different USB Drive<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If restarting Rufus or your computer does not work, the next step is to use a different USB drive. Sometimes, the issue may be caused by a faulty or incompatible USB drive. To use a different USB drive, follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Step 1: Disconnect the current USB drive from your computer.<\/li>\n<li>Step 2: Connect a different USB drive to your computer.<\/li>\n<li>Step 3: Check if the USB drive is recognized by your computer.<\/li>\n<li>Step 4: Run Rufus and check if it detects the new USB drive.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Update_Rufus\"><\/span>Update Rufus<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If the above methods do not work, the next step is to update Rufus to the latest version. An outdated version of Rufus may not be compatible with the USB drive, which can cause the issue of Rufus not detecting USB drives. Here&#8217;s how to update Rufus:<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/rufus_update.jpg\" alt=\"rufus_update\" width=\"577\" height=\"593\" class=\" wp-image-676 aligncenter\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/rufus_update.jpg?v=1677136863 725w, https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/rufus_update-292x300.jpg?v=1677136863 292w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 577px) 100vw, 577px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Step 1: Open Rufus.<\/li>\n<li>Step 2: Click on the \"<strong>Show Application Settings<\/strong>\" menu under the Ready.<\/li>\n<li>Step 3: Click on \"<strong>Check for Updates<\/strong>\". You can select \"<strong>Daily, Weekly or Monthly<\/strong>\"<\/li>\n<li>Step 4: If an update is available, click on \"<strong>Download<\/strong>\" to download and install the update.<\/li>\n<li>Step 5: Once the update is installed, restart Rufus and check if it detects the USB drive.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Change_Rufus_Settings\"><\/span>Change Rufus Settings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If updating Rufus does not work, the next step is to change the Rufus settings. Sometimes, the issue may be caused by incorrect Rufus settings, which can prevent it from <strong>detecting the USB drive<\/strong>. To change Rufus settings, follow these steps:<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/rufus_settings.jpg\" alt=\"rufus_settings\" width=\"524\" height=\"619\" class=\"wp-image-677 aligncenter\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/rufus_settings.jpg?v=1677137104 621w, https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/rufus_settings-254x300.jpg?v=1677137104 254w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 524px) 100vw, 524px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Step 1: Open Rufus.<\/li>\n<li>Step 2: Click on the \"<strong>Device<\/strong>\" drop-down menu.<\/li>\n<li>Step 3: Select the USB drive that you want to use.<\/li>\n<li>Step 4: Click on the \"<strong>Partition scheme<\/strong>\" drop-down menu.<\/li>\n<li>Step 5: Select the appropriate partition scheme for your USB drive.<\/li>\n<li>Step 6: Click on the \"<strong>File system<\/strong>\" drop-down menu.<\/li>\n<li>Step 7: Select the appropriate file system for your USB drive.<\/li>\n<li>Step 8: Click on the \"<strong>Cluster size<\/strong>\" drop-down menu.<\/li>\n<li>Step 9: Select the appropriate cluster size for your USB drive.<\/li>\n<li>Step 10: Click on the \"<strong>Start<\/strong>\" button to begin the process of creating a <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/how-to-create-windows-10-11-bootable-usb-on-mac-m1-m2-chip.html\"   title=\"bootable USB\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">bootable USB<\/a> drive.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Check_USB_Drive_File_System\"><\/span>Check USB Drive File System<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Rufus may not detect the USB drive if it has an unsupported file system. Check the file system of your USB drive and format it to a supported file system, such as FAT32 or NTFS.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Step 1: Plug the USB drive into your computer.<\/li>\n<li>Step 2: Press the Windows key + E to open File Explorer.<\/li>\n<li>Step 3: Locate the USB drive in the list of drives and right-click on it.<\/li>\n<li>Step 4: Select \"<strong>Properties<\/strong>\" from the drop-down menu.<\/li>\n<li>Step 5: In the Properties window, check the \"<strong>File system<\/strong>\" field to see the current file system of the USB drive.<\/li>\n<li>Step 6: If the file system is not FAT32 or NTFS, you will need to format the drive to a supported file system. To do this, right-click on the USB drive in File Explorer and select \"<strong>Format.<\/strong>\"<\/li>\n<li>Step 7: In the Format window, select the desired file system from the drop-down menu and click \"<strong>Start<\/strong>\" to begin the formatting process.<\/li>\n<li>Step 8: Once the formatting is complete, try using Rufus again to see if it detects the USB drive.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Update_USB_Drivers\"><\/span>Update USB Drivers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Outdated or missing USB drivers can cause issues with USB drive detection. Check for updates to your USB drivers and install them.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Step 1: Press the Windows key + X to open the Power User Menu.<\/li>\n<li>Step 2: Select \"<strong>Device Manager<\/strong>\" from the list of options.<\/li>\n<li>Step 3: In the Device Manager window, expand the \"<strong>Universal Serial Bus controllers<\/strong>\" category.<\/li>\n<li>Step 4: Right-click on the USB driver that you want to update and select \"<strong>Update driver<\/strong>\" from the drop-down menu.<\/li>\n<li>Step 5: In the Update Driver window, select \"<strong>Search automatically for updated driver software.<\/strong>\"<\/li>\n<li>Step 6: Windows will search for and install any available updates for the USB driver.<\/li>\n<li>Step 7: Once the update is complete, restart your computer and try using Rufus again to see if it detects the USB drive.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alternative_to_Rufus\"><\/span>Alternative to Rufus<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>WonderISO is a free and lightweight software that allows you to create bootable USB drives from ISO files. It is a great alternative to Rufus for those who prefer a simpler and more user-friendly interface. With WonderISO, you can quickly create bootable USB drives for installing operating systems or other software.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dlnoshow\"><a target=\"_blank\" class=\"post-re-btn seoquake-nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/download\/wonderiso-for-windows.exe\" rel=\"nofollow\">Free Download<\/a><a target=\"_blank\" class=\"post-re-btn2 seoquake-nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/download\/wonderiso-for-mac.dmg\" rel=\"nofollow\">Free Download <\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 1: Download and Install WonderISO<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>First, you will need to download and install WonderISO from the official website. It is available for Windows and is compatible with Windows 7, 8, 8.1, and 10\/11.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wonderiso_home.jpg\" alt=\"wonderiso burn iso to usb\" width=\"2116\" height=\"1388\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-511\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wonderiso_home.jpg?v=1674023383 2116w, https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wonderiso_home-300x197.jpg?v=1674023383 300w, https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wonderiso_home-1024x672.jpg?v=1674023383 1024w, https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wonderiso_home-768x504.jpg?v=1674023383 768w, https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wonderiso_home-1536x1008.jpg?v=1674023383 1536w, https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wonderiso_home-2048x1343.jpg?v=1674023383 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2116px) 100vw, 2116px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 2: Insert a USB Drive<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Insert a USB drive into your computer. Make sure it has enough free space for the ISO file you want to use.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 3: Select an ISO File<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Open WonderISO and Select <em><strong>BURN<\/strong> <\/em>option to enter the ISO settings window. Then\u00a0 click on the \"<strong><em><strong>Browse<\/strong><\/em><\/strong>\" button to select the ISO file you want to use for creating the bootable USB drive.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/burn_iso_usb.jpg\" alt=\"create windows 11 bootable usb on mac M 1\" width=\"2162\" height=\"1410\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/burn_iso_usb.jpg?v=1674023463 2162w, https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/burn_iso_usb-300x196.jpg?v=1674023463 300w, https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/burn_iso_usb-1024x668.jpg?v=1674023463 1024w, https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/burn_iso_usb-768x501.jpg?v=1674023463 768w, https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/burn_iso_usb-1536x1002.jpg?v=1674023463 1536w, https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/burn_iso_usb-2048x1336.jpg?v=1674023463 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2162px) 100vw, 2162px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 4: Select the USB Drive<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In the \"<strong>Destination<\/strong>\" field, select the USB drive you want to use for creating the bootable drive.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 5: Start the Process<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Click on the \"<strong>Start<\/strong>\" button to begin the process of creating the bootable USB drive. This may take a few minutes, depending on the size of the ISO file and the speed of your USB drive.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/burning_iso_to_usb.jpg\" alt=\"burning iso to usb\" width=\"2146\" height=\"1418\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-513\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/burning_iso_to_usb.jpg?v=1674023733 2146w, https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/burning_iso_to_usb-300x198.jpg?v=1674023733 300w, https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/burning_iso_to_usb-1024x677.jpg?v=1674023733 1024w, https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/burning_iso_to_usb-768x507.jpg?v=1674023733 768w, https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/burning_iso_to_usb-1536x1015.jpg?v=1674023733 1536w, https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/burning_iso_to_usb-2048x1353.jpg?v=1674023733 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2146px) 100vw, 2146px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 6: Boot from the USB Drive<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Once the process is complete, you can use the bootable USB drive to install the operating system or software. To do this, you will need to change the boot order in your computer&#8217;s BIOS settings to boot from the USB drive. Consult your computer&#8217;s user manual for instructions on how to do this.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wonderiso_burn_iso_to_usb_complete.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2080\" height=\"1402\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-515\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wonderiso_burn_iso_to_usb_complete.jpg?v=1674024208 2080w, https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wonderiso_burn_iso_to_usb_complete-300x202.jpg?v=1674024208 300w, https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wonderiso_burn_iso_to_usb_complete-1024x690.jpg?v=1674024208 1024w, https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wonderiso_burn_iso_to_usb_complete-768x518.jpg?v=1674024208 768w, https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wonderiso_burn_iso_to_usb_complete-1536x1035.jpg?v=1674024208 1536w, https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wonderiso_burn_iso_to_usb_complete-2048x1380.jpg?v=1674024208 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2080px) 100vw, 2080px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"dlnoshow\"><a target=\"_blank\" class=\"post-re-btn seoquake-nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/download\/wonderiso-for-windows.exe\" rel=\"nofollow\">Free Download<\/a><a target=\"_blank\" class=\"post-re-btn2 seoquake-nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sysgeeker.com\/download\/wonderiso-for-mac.dmg\" rel=\"nofollow\">Free Download <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Rufus is a useful tool for formatting and creating bootable USB drives. However, there may be times when <strong>Rufus fails to detect USB drives<\/strong>. There are a few reasons why this may occur such as the USB drive not being plugged in correctly, the USB drive being incompatible with Rufus, or the USB drive being corrupt. If none of the solutions above work, then try using a different USB drive and see if it is detected by Rufus.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Rufus is a free and open-source application used to create bootable USB drives. It is a popular tool for creating bootable USB drives, but it may not always detect USB drives. If you find that Rufus is not detecting your USB drive, there are a few steps you can take to troubleshoot the issue. 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