How do I install Bootcamp Windows 8.1 To Go on an external USB disk (MBA 2013)
Hi,
I've got a new 11" 2013 macbook air with 128gb SSD. I've downloaded the windows 8.1 enterprise preview, and am trying to figure out how to install it on a 64gb USB3 Flash drive instead of on my SSD. The Flash drive speeds clock around 150mbs read/write so should be fast enough
I've managed to install the windows 8.1 preview on my SSD with BootCamp, but would like to erase that and try the new Windows To Go instead to install on the external drive.
Anyone know what the steps are?
There are 5 supported flash drives: which one do you have?
Hardware considerations
Windows To Go works both on USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 connections, and both on legacy BIOS and UEFI firmware.[11] Not all USB drives can be used in this environment; Microsoft has set up specific testing requirements that the USB drive manufacturer must meet in order to be a supported device. Currently there are five USB Flash memory devices listed as supported by Microsoft for Windows To Go:
Imation IronKey Workspace[15]
Kingston DataTraveler Workspace[16]
SPYRUS Portable Workplace[17][18]
SPYRUS Secure Portable Workplace (w/ Hardware Encryption)[19][20]
SuperTalent Express RC8[21]
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