To create a bootable USB for Acronis True Image 2019 using an ISO file, you must first generate the ISO from the software and then use a third-party tool like Rufus to write it to your drive. While the software can create a bootable USB directly, using an ISO is a reliable alternative for manual customization. Phase 1: Generate the Acronis ISO
Before creating the USB, you need the Acronis rescue media in ISO format.
Open Acronis True Image 2019 and navigate to the Tools tab on the sidebar. Select Rescue Media Builder.
Choose the Simple creation method (recommended for most systems). When asked for the destination, select ISO image file. Acronis True Image 2019 Iso Bootable Usb
Choose a save location on your computer and click Proceed to generate the file. Phase 2: Create the Bootable USB with Rufus
Since you cannot simply copy an ISO file to a USB stick, you must use a tool like Rufus to make the drive bootable.
Prepare your USB: Use a drive no larger than 32GB, formatted to FAT32. Ensure any important data is backed up, as this process will erase the drive. To create a bootable USB for Acronis True
Open Rufus: Select your USB drive under the Device dropdown.
Select the ISO: Click SELECT next to "Boot selection" and locate the Acronis ISO file you just created. Configure Settings:
Partition Scheme: Choose GPT for newer UEFI systems or MBR for older BIOS systems. 5) Booting from the USB
File System: Select FAT32 (mandatory for many UEFI bootloaders).
Start the Process: Click START. If prompted, select Write in DD Image mode to ensure compatibility. Phase 3: Booting from the USB How to Create Bootable Media - Acronis Support Portal
Since downloading copyrighted software directly is not possible, this content focuses on how to legally create, use, and troubleshoot the bootable USB if you own a valid license.
This method automatically downloads the necessary components and formats the drive.
If you are creating the USB from a non-Windows machine: