I used to have Windows 10 on my computer but switched to Linux about a month ago. However, with my newborn son keeping me busy, I just don't have the energy to troubleshoot Linux anymore. I want to switch back to Windows 10, but I'm facing some major issues. My system specs are as follows:
- Motherboard: Gigabyte Z68x UD3H-B3 (Legacy BIOS)
- CPU: i7-3770k Ivy Bridge 3rd Gen
- GPU: RTX 3050
- RAM: 32GB
- Storage: 1TB Samsung 860 QVO SATA3 SSD
I know I can't run Windows 11 on this old hardware since it doesn't support TPM 2.0, so Windows 10 is my only option. I created a bootable USB with the Windows 10 ISO using Ventoy, but when I try to install it, it tells me it can't find the required CD/DVD drive and won't go past that screen. I've checked that my BIOS is set to ACHI, but it didn't help. I also can't find any RST drivers compatible with my chipset. Is there any way to get Windows 10 back on my rig, or am I stuck until I upgrade my hardware?
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Try using Rufus to create your bootable USB instead of Ventoy. It's commonly recommended for Windows installations and might help avoid the CD/DVD drive error you're seeing. Good luck!
Alright, I will try this and report back. Just for my own curiosity, does Ventoy commonly have issues like this?