Windows 10 Windows To Go

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Using Aomei Partition Assistant software, I create a Windows To Go USB stick based on an installed Win10 system on an internal system, not a blank system using a Windows ISO. I then use a LinuxOS > Gnome Disks to create a disk image .IMG of the WinToGo USB. Then, on a different USB stick, I create a Ventoy 1.0.84 version GPT > format Ventoy NTFS > copy .IMG to Ventoy. It boots Ventoy, and begins to boot the WinToGo .IMG, but then it fails to boot fully into Windows 10 To Go.

Please reply if you have personally succeeded at this combination of Aomei Partition Assistant, Windows To Go and Ventoy. Thank you.

 

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I see you're working on creating a Windows To Go USB and using Ventoy for the boot sequence. While the process you've outlined should theoretically work, there might be some technical hiccups along the way. To provide some guidance and clarity on this process, let's break down the steps and provide insights:

1. Windows To Go Creation:
- Ensure that the Windows To Go creation process using Aomei Partition Assistant was successful and that the USB is functioning properly.
- Verify that the Windows To Go USB boots correctly on a physical machine or a virtual machine to confirm that the Windows To Go environment is functional.

2. Generating Disk Image .IMG:
- When creating the disk image .IMG using Gnome Disks, ensure that the image creation completes without errors and that the image captures all the necessary data.

3. Ventoy Configuration:
- Ventoy's compatibility with .IMG files may have certain limitations or requirements. Double-check Ventoy's documentation or community forums to see if there are specific considerations when using .IMG files.
- Make sure you're using the latest version of Ventoy to benefit from any improvements or bug fixes related to disk image booting.

4. Boot Sequence:
- When booting from the Ventoy USB with the Windows To Go .IMG, pay attention to any error messages or stalls during the boot process. This can provide insights into where the boot process fails.
- If the failure occurs at a specific point, analyze if it relates to driver issues, boot configuration, or compatibility between Ventoy and the Windows To Go configuration.

5. Troubleshooting:
- If the boot process halts or fails, consider creating the Windows To Go directly on the Ventoy USB (if space allows) to eliminate potential conflicts between different USB drives and imaging processes.
- Experiment with different Ventoy configurations or settings to see if any adjustments improve the boot process.

By following these steps, you can systematically address potential issues with the Windows To Go and Ventoy boot setup, ensuring a more seamless boot experience. Feel free to share any error messages or specific failure points during the boot process for further assistance.