Step 2. Creating bootable rescue media

What is bootable media?

Bootable media is a product, such as a CD-R/RW or a USB flash drive, from which you can run Acronis True Image when Windows cannot start. You can make a media bootable by using Acronis Media Builder.

How do I create bootable media?

1. Insert a CD-R/RW or plug in a USB flash drive.
2. Start Acronis True Image.
3. On the sidebar, click Tools, and then click Rescue Media Builder.
4. On the first step, select Acronis bootable rescue media.
5. Select the device to use to create the bootable media.
6. Click Proceed.

How do I use bootable media?

Use bootable media to recover your computer when Windows cannot start.

1. Connect the bootable media to your computer (insert the CD or plug in the USB drive).
2. Arrange the boot order in BIOS so that your rescue media device (CD or USB drive) is the first device to be booted.

   Refer to Arranging boot order in BIOS for details.

3. Boot your computer from the rescue media and select Acronis True Image.

   Result: Once Acronis True Image is loaded, you can use it to recover your computer.

Refer to Acronis Media Builder for details.