How to Create Ubuntu 24.04 Bootable USB Using Rufus [Step-by-Step Guide]

How to Create Ubuntu 24.04 Bootable USB Using Rufus [Step-by-Step Guide]

Are you planning to install or try Ubuntu 24.04 LTS? The easiest and most reliable method is to create a bootable USB drive using Rufus on a Windows system.

This detailed guide will help you create a Ubuntu 24.04 USB bootloader using Rufus with easy-to-follow steps and screenshots (optional).

Here is the complete video of the bootloader creation and OS installation in Windows 11.



🧰 Requirements

🧾 Steps to Create a Ubuntu 24.04 Bootable USB Using Rufus

✅ Step 1: Download Ubuntu 24.04 ISO

Visit the official Ubuntu website and download the Ubuntu 24.04 LTS ISO file.

✅ Step 2: Download and Run Rufus

Head to Rufus official site and download the latest version. Open the executable file (no installation required).

✅ Step 3: Insert USB Drive

Plug in your USB drive. Rufus will auto-detect the connected device.

✅ Step 4: Configure Rufus Settings

In the Rufus interface, configure the following:

OptionValue
DeviceYour USB Drive
Boot SelectionClick SELECT and choose the Ubuntu 24.04 ISO
Partition SchemeGPT (for UEFI) or MBR (for Legacy BIOS)
File SystemFAT32 (Default)
Volume LabelUbuntu 24.04

Note: Use GPT for modern systems with UEFI firmware.

Rufus
Rufus Bootloader


✅ Step 5: Start Creating USB

Click Start. Choose "ISO Image mode" when prompted. Confirm and continue. Rufus will now write Ubuntu to the USB stick.

✅ Step 6: Wait and Complete

The process takes a few minutes. Once complete, the status bar will turn green with the message READY.


rufus
Rufus Bootloader


💻 Booting from Ubuntu 24.04 USB

  1. Restart your computer.
  2. Enter BIOS/UEFI settings (commonly via F2, DEL, F12).
  3. Change the boot order to prioritize your USB drive.
  4. Save and exit.

Your PC should now boot into the Ubuntu live environment. You can try or install Ubuntu from here.

🛠️ Troubleshooting Common Issues

  • USB not detected: Try a different port or USB stick.
  • Boot issues: Recheck BIOS mode and partition scheme (UEFI vs Legacy).
  • Corrupt ISO: Re-download the Ubuntu ISO from the official site.

Tags: Ubuntu 24.04 bootable USB, Rufus USB creator, Linux installation guide, Ubuntu USB installation, Rufus Ubuntu tutorial

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