- Tutorial to Create Windows To Go with Windows 10 2004 (May 2020 Update) and WinToUSB
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Conclusion
Due to the impact of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), Microsoft delayed the release of Windows 10 2004. The update was officially launched on May 28, 2020. Usually we refer to Windows 10 May 2020 Update as Windows 10 2004, including a fairly long list of improvements for users with special accessibility needs. Concerned about the stability of Windows 10 2004, if you want to try its new features but don't want to upgrade the currently running Windows 10 to version 2004, we recommend that you install Windows 10 2004 on a USB drive to experience it. The feature of installing Windows on a USB drive and running Windows from the drive is called Windows To Go. This allows you to experience Windows 10 2004 without modifying the existing OS on your internal disk. By default, Windows cannot be directly installed on a USB drive. Creating a Windows To Go workspace requires third-party tools like Hasleo WinToUSB. This tutorial details how to install Windows 10 2004 on a USB drive using WinToUSB as portable system.
Tutorial to Create Windows To Go with Windows 10 2004 (May 2020 Update) and WinToUSB
Step 1. Connect the USB drive to your computer, then download, install, and run Hasleo WinToUSB. Click the "Windows To Go USB" option.
Step 2. Click "Select installation source", then click "Browse image file". Then choose the Windows 10 2004 (May 2020 Update) installation ISO file from the dialog box as installation source. Alternatively, select a CD/DVD drive with Windows 10 2004 (May 2020 Update) installation media.
Step 3. Hasleo WinToUSB will scan for and list the available Windows editions. Please select the edition you want to install.
Step 4. Click "Select destination drive", then choose the target drive from the pop-up list. If Hasleo WinToUSB fails to detect the drive, click the 
button to initiate drive recognition.
Step 5. Select your preferred partition scheme and installation mode. Optionally, you may specify additional drivers or enable BitLocker encryption for the Windows To Go drive, then click "Proceed".
* Tips:
- For detailed information about "Partition scheme", "Installation mode" and "Enable BitLocker", please refer to: How to Create Portable Windows 11/10/8/7 from ISO, WIM, ESD, SWM, VHD(X) or DBI Files?
- If you select "Keep the existing partition scheme" option, you need to manually prepare the USB drive partitions before this step. View guide: How to Manually Prepare Partitions for Windows To Go.
Step 6. After clicking "Proceed", a confirmation dialog will appear asking whether to continue formatting the drive. Click "Yes" if you accept the operation.
Step 7. After clicking "Yes", WinToUSB initiates Windows installation on the destination drive.
Step 8. The installation will take some time. After installation, restart the computer and enter UEFI/BIOS settings to boot from the USB drive.
Step 9. A standard Windows 10 2004 (May 2020 Update) installation requires completing all steup steps during the first boot. Afterward, you can install applications and copy files, etc.
Frequently Asked Questions
A: Yes, WinToUSB supports creating Windows To Go with Windows 10 2004 (May 2020 Update). You can install Windows 10 2004 on a USB drive and run it as a portable system without modifying your existing system.
A: Windows 10 2004 (May 2020 Update) introduced several improvements including the new Cortana app, Windows Linux Subsystem (WSL) 2.0, and virtual desktop improvements. It also includes significant driver management improvements.
A: Windows 10 2004 includes all features from 1903 plus additional improvements. It also has better driver compatibility and improved Windows Update experience. Both versions work well with WinToUSB.
A: Creating Windows 10 2004 To Go allows you to test the new features without risking your existing system. If you encounter bugs or instability, you can simply unplug the USB drive and continue using your original Windows.
A: We recommend using a USB 3.0 or faster drive with at least 64GB capacity for Windows 10 2004 To Go. External SSDs provide the best performance, while high-quality USB 3.1 flash drives can also work well.
Conclusion
As a professional Windows To Go creator, WinToUSB is the best software for creating Windows To Go workspaces with Windows 10 2004.
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