how to create multi-boot USB?

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  1. Posts : 87
    Windows 7 Pro x64
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    how to create multi-boot USB?


    I wish to create a multi-boot USB, I have done this before with ease but cant remember the program, sure you simply dropped the ISO's into a folder and when you boot from USB it ran a linux type program that would detect the ISO's and allow you too launch them....such as windows 7 iso etc.

    can anyone help me do this?

    I have a 64Gb stick I wish to install OEM AIO versions of windows XP/Vista/7/8 so I can use them to install onto computers - also Hirens etc

    thanks
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  2. Posts : 6,330
    Multi-Boot W7_Pro_x64 W8.1_Pro_x64 W10_Pro_x64 +Linux_VMs +Chromium_VM
       #2

    YUMI is the program I think you're looking for.
    Here's some SF articles about this.
    YUMI Syystem Tools option not available
    MACRIUM REFLECT - Create Bootable Rescue USB Drive
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  3. Posts : 87
    Windows 7 Pro x64
    Thread Starter
       #3

    hi, thanks for your response

    i tried YUMI and its perfect but it names all the vista/7/8 installers with same names...suppose you cud put them on in order

    it only works if you let it format the drive FAT32 too... no NTFS

    also if i choose "non-listed ISO's using SYSLINUX" (so it shows the ISO name) i get error right at end and when i try too boot it just stays at the SYSLINUX screen with flashing cursor, Iam now attempting same thing with GRUB IN RAM
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  4. Posts : 461
    Win 10 Pro x64, Win 7 Pro x64
       #4

    self-delete
    Last edited by Urthboundmisfit; 30 Mar 2014 at 12:47. Reason: add Rufus info
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  5. Posts : 263
    Windows 7 Home Premium x64
       #5

    I've used Xboot to create multi-boot USB drives. It creates a nice menu.
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  6. Posts : 6,330
    Multi-Boot W7_Pro_x64 W8.1_Pro_x64 W10_Pro_x64 +Linux_VMs +Chromium_VM
       #6

    If one of the other suggested programs is easier to use or works better, use it.

    snadge said:
    hi, thanks for your response

    i tried YUMI and its perfect but it names all the vista/7/8 installers with same names...suppose you cud put them on in order

    it only works if you let it format the drive FAT32 too... no NTFS

    also if i choose "non-listed ISO's using SYSLINUX" (so it shows the ISO name) i get error right at end and when i try too boot it just stays at the SYSLINUX screen with flashing cursor, Iam now attempting same thing with GRUB IN RAM
    I don't know why it names all the installers with the same name for you, unless all your ISOs are named the same ?
    For me, it uses the name of the ISO being added.

    Yes, it has to be formatted as FAT32.
    Use the Try an Unlisted ISO option when adding a bootable ISO.

    See steps 2 and 3 in Golden's tutorial for a more detailed explanation with screen prints.
    MACRIUM REFLECT - Create Bootable Rescue USB Drive

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  7. Posts : 87
    Windows 7 Pro x64
    Thread Starter
       #7

    DavidW7ncus said:
    If one of the other suggested programs is easier to use or works better, use it.

    snadge said:
    hi, thanks for your response

    i tried YUMI and its perfect but it names all the vista/7/8 installers with same names...suppose you cud put them on in order

    it only works if you let it format the drive FAT32 too... no NTFS

    also if i choose "non-listed ISO's using SYSLINUX" (so it shows the ISO name) i get error right at end and when i try too boot it just stays at the SYSLINUX screen with flashing cursor, Iam now attempting same thing with GRUB IN RAM
    I don't know why it names all the installers with the same name for you, unless all your ISOs are named the same ?
    For me, it uses the name of the ISO being added.

    Yes, it has to be formatted as FAT32.
    Use the Try an Unlisted ISO option when adding a bootable ISO.

    See steps 2 and 3 in Golden's tutorial for a more detailed explanation with screen prints.
    MACRIUM REFLECT - Create Bootable Rescue USB Drive

    because I use the option "Windows Vista/7/8 Loader" and no matter what your ISO is named you go into that section and it has many options all named as above..try it and see..but it does...I also tried and "unlisted ISO via SYSLINUX" like I said but right at the end theres an error saying something about unable to find a configuration file - I tried the XP Installer to with a bootable XP ISO and that failed to work using the "Windows XP Installer" option in YUMI ...so it would seem so far im not having much luck... I just want multiple bootable windows ISO's on a stick I can choose from


    edit: tried XBOOT but it fails on choosing ISO options, iam currently trying grub option on it

    edit2: ISO/Grub option works but you need to have all your ISO's ready as you can not add/remove like others...it will only re-create the whole thing once

    thanks
    Last edited by snadge; 30 Mar 2014 at 03:12.
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  8. Posts : 205
    Windows 7 Home Premium
       #8

    DavidW7ncus said:
    YUMI is the program I think you're looking for.
    Here's some SF articles about this.
    YUMI Syystem Tools option not available
    MACRIUM REFLECT - Create Bootable Rescue USB Drive
    DavidW7ncus!!! I need this maricum reflect iso.. where can i get it for free? can u please give me or tell me?
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  9. Posts : 19,383
    Windows 10 Pro x64 ; Xubuntu x64
       #9

    The .iso is normally created when you use Macrium to create a rescue ISO, but you can use this one if you like:

    https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B6g...it?usp=sharing
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  10. Posts : 461
    Win 10 Pro x64, Win 7 Pro x64
       #10

    self-delete
    Last edited by Urthboundmisfit; 30 Mar 2014 at 12:47. Reason: clarity
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