[OS Recovery, Damaged SSD, Zbook 14] Create an USB bootable key from backup disks.

Hello everybody.I have a problem with my Zbook 14. Unfortunately the integrated SSD failed and it seems that all data, including recovery partitions, now are gone.I already ordered the backup disks and HP is going to send them to me in a couple of days.I would like to know what can I do with this disks to create a bootable USB key since the Zbook 14 doesn't come with any DVD drive.Please let me know. thanks!

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