noob: how do I actually run the program?

[nockeight]

hi,

apologies but downloading the zip file I can't for the life of me figure out how to run the software.

apologies on the noob question.

thanks
Nock

[TechUnRestricted]

Hi Nock!

Sorry if something wan't clear for you. Let me explain everything step-by-step.

1. Download the Windows Install Image with .iso extension

   • From the official Microsoft Website

     • Windows 10

     • Windows 11

       Download page example

       

   • From the any source you want

     • It can be any version of these supported Windows Versions:

       1. Windows 11
       2. Windows 10
       3. Windows 8.1
       4. Windows 8
       5. Windows 7
       6. Windows Vista

       ^{Just make sure that you download x64 version for the UEFI-based computers.
       Legacy-BIOS support is not available yet.}

2. Get the latest version of WinDiskWriter from the Release page.
   
   1. Extract the archive by double-clicking on the downloaded .zip file ^{_{[If not done automatically by your browser]}}
   2. Do the "Control + Mouse Click" on the WinDiskWriter application.
      
   3. Due to the abcense of Apple Developer Signature in my App, you will see the following message:
      
      You need to do the 3^rd step again.
   4. Now you should get the "Open" option:
      
      Click on it.

3. Launch the WinDiskWriter.

   1. Choose the Windows image file that you downloaded earlier.

   2. Select the destination device where you want to write the image.

   3. Select the FAT32 file system for the best compatibility with EFI firmwares.

   4. If you want to install Windows on a device that does not have a TPM 2.0 chip and/or Secure Boot support, you must enable the “Patch Installer Requirements” option. ^{(This operation requires approximately 5.5 GB of free disk space on your macOS device.)}

      

   5. Click on the Start button.

 

If everything went smoothly, you'll get the following message:

[OptiPrim]

I'm starting to feel I have Github dyslexia. Thanks for this, I still feel Github is overcomplicated for a pea brain like myself. I really appreciate your efforts in trying to explain the process.

[TechUnRestricted]

@OptiPrim
At some point, I plan to create a website.
However, my current schedule is quite hectic as I’m juggling my studies with job applications.

[OptiPrim]

Hi, false alarm, sorry to bother you. It worked perfectly once I'd followed the guide. It was such a relief to actually get my old PC working again. Thank you so much!

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[umeshg]

Worked as expected.

[KastanDay]

I agree this would be helpful info in the readme, I'm a MacOS noob and didn't realize how to get around the "click the hidden open button" trick.

Edit: Fantastic library, thanks mate good luck on jobs. I'm sure you'll crush it.

[TechUnRestricted]

Hi. Yeah, I think you’re right. I’ll update my readme. Thank you!!

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________________________________ Od: Kastan Day ***@***.***> Wysłane: Tuesday, July 9, 2024 10:15:38 AM Do: TechUnRestricted/WinDiskWriter ***@***.***> DW: TechUnRestricted ***@***.***>; State change ***@***.***> Temat: Re: [TechUnRestricted/WinDiskWriter] noob: how do I actually run the program? (Issue #4) I agree this would be helpful info in the readme, I'm a MacOS noob and didn't realize how to get around the "click the hidden open button" trick. — Reply to this email directly, view it on GitHub<#4 (comment)>, or unsubscribe<https://github.com/notifications/unsubscribe-auth/AT3BV2JUVAMOPZMGPWIG43DZLOEZVAVCNFSM6AAAAAA7HRWSRWVHI2DSMVQWIX3LMV43OSLTON2WKQ3PNVWWK3TUHMZDEMJWG44DKNBYG4>. You are receiving this because you modified the open/close state.Message ID: ***@***.***>

[sanitybit]

For anyone that may need to script this for whatever reason, you can also:

sudo xattr -r -d com.apple.quarantine {APP BUNDLE}

e.g. sudo xattr -r -d com.apple.quarantine /Applications/WinDiskWriter.app

[Aky97567]

On macOS Sequoia, to run unsigned apps:

• First run attempt fails
• Go to System Settings -> Privacy & Security
• Scroll to bottom and click "Open Anyway" for that specific app

[StuartRob]

For anyone that may need to script this for whatever reason, you can also:
sudo xattr -r -d com.apple.quarantine {APP BUNDLE}
e.g. sudo xattr -r -d com.apple.quarantine /Applications/WinDiskWriter.app

This worked for me in January 2025 on M1 pro Sequoia 15.2.