Guidelines for Creating Windows 11 25H2 USB or ISO File Using Media Creation Tool

As the Windows 11 25H2 (2025 Update) approaches, you might prefer utilizing the Media Creation Tool for generating a USB bootable drive or an ISO file. While alternative software like Rufus and Ventoy are available for similar tasks, the Media Creation Tool is Microsoft’s official utility, specifically crafted to download installation files necessary for an in-place upgrade or a clean installation of Windows 11.

It is important to note that Microsoft will only allow the download of the latest version once it is officially released. Hence, with the anticipated launch of version 25H2 on October 14, 2025, earlier versions like 24H2 or 23H2 will no longer be accessible through the tool.

Quick Overview of the Creation Process

How to Create Windows 11 25H2 USB using Media Creation Tool

Follow these organized steps to create a bootable USB for Windows 11 25H2 using the Media Creation Tool:

  1. Visit the Microsoft support website.

  2. Click the Download Now button found under the “Create Windows 11 installation media” section.

  3. Double-click the mediacreationtool.exe file to open the tool.

  4. Click the Accept button to agree to the terms of service.

  5. Click Next.

    Media Creation Tool language settings

    Quick Tip: Deselect the “Use the recommended options for this PC” checkbox if you wish to customize the settings for language, architecture, or edition for an alternate device.
  6. Select the USB flash drive option.

    USB flash drive option

  7. Click Next.

  8. Choose your USB flash drive from the displayed list.Important: This will erase all data on the drive, so be sure to backup any vital files.

    Select USB to download Windows 11

  9. Click Next to proceed.

  10. Finally, click the Finish button.

Upon completion, your USB drive will be ready for use on UEFI systems to install Windows 11 25H2.

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How to Create Windows 11 25H2 ISO File using Media Creation Tool

To download the Windows 11 25H2 ISO file using the Media Creation Tool, please adhere to the following instructions:

  1. Access the Microsoft support website.

  2. Click the Download Now button located under the “Create Windows 11 installation media” section.

  3. Double-click on the mediacreationtool.exe file to run the tool.

  4. Click the Accept button to proceed.

  5. Click Next.

    Media Creation Tool language settings

  6. Select the ISO file option for download.

    Create Windows 11 ISO file

  7. Click Next to move forward.

  8. Indicate the location where you want to save the ISO file.

  9. Assign a name for the image, such as Windows_11_25H2_Setup.

  10. Click the Save button to finalize your location choice.

  11. Lastly, click the Finish button to conclude the process.

Once these steps are complete, the Media Creation Tool will generate an ISO file which can be utilized to create a bootable USB drive. Additionally, the ISO file can be mounted directly in File Explorer for immediate installation without requiring a USB drive.

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