IT: February 2015

Wednesday, February 25, 2015

Create bootable USB drives the easy way

Rufus is a utility that helps format and create bootable USB flash drives, such as USB keys/pendrives, memory sticks, etc.

It can be especially useful for cases where:

you need to create USB installation media from bootable ISOs (Windows, Linux, UEFI, etc.)
you need to work on a system that doesn't have an OS installed
you need to flash a BIOS or other firmware from DOS
you want to run a low-level utility

Despite its small size, Rufus provides everything you need!

Oh, and Rufus is fast. For instance it's about twice as fast as UNetbootin, Universal USB Installer orWindows 7 USB download tool, on the creation of a Windows 7 USB installation drive from an ISO. It is also marginally faster on the creation of Linux bootable USB from ISOs. ⁽¹⁾
A non exhaustive list of Rufus supported ISOs is also provided at the bottom of this page. ⁽²⁾

CALLING ON NEW TRANSLATORS!

Translators come and go, but new features and messages are continuously being added to Rufus, so it needs your help in updating some of its current translations. Right now, I would be exceedingly interested in finding people that could bring existing localizations for Brazilian Portuguese andDanish up to date.

If you speak one of these languages, and speak English, and want to help with a much needed update for the upcoming 2.0 version of Rufus, please have a look here.

>> Download <<

Last updated 2014.11.09:

Rufus 1.4.12 (625 KB)
Other versions

Supported Languages:

Bahasa Indonesia

Bahasa Malaysia

Български

Čeština

Dansk

Deutsch

Ελληνικά

English

Español

Français

Hrvatski

Italiano

Latviešu

Lietuvių

Magyar

Nederlands

Polski

Português

Português do Brasil

Русский

Română

Slovensky

Slovenščina

Suomi

Svenska

Türkçe

Українська

العربية

简体中文

正體中文

日本語

한국어

System Requirements:

Windows XP or later, 32 or 64 bit doesn't matter. Once downloaded, the application is ready to use.

I will take this opportunity to express my gratitude to the translators who made it possible for Rufus, as well as this webpage, to be translated in various languages. If you find that you can use Rufus in your own language, you should really thank them!

Usage

Download the executable and run it – no installation is necessary.

The executable is digitally signed and the signature should state:

"Akeo Consulting" (v1.3.0 or later)
"Pete Batard - Open Source Developer" (v1.2.0 or earlier)

Notes on DOS support:

If you create a DOS bootable drive and use a non-US keyboard, Rufus will attempt to select a keyboard layout according to the locale of your system. In that case, FreeDOS, which is the default selection, is recommended over MS-DOS, as it supports more keyboard layouts.

Notes on ISO Support:

All versions of Rufus since v1.1.0 allow the creation of a bootable USB from an ISO image (.iso).

Creating an ISO image from a physical disc or from a set of files is very easy to do however, through the use of a CD burning application, such as the freely available CDBurnerXP or ImgBurn.

Notes on UEFI & GPT support:

Since version 1.3.2, Rufus support UEFI as well as GPT for installation media, meaning that it will allow you to install Windows 7, Windows 8 or Linux in full EFI mode.
However, Windows Vista or later is required for full UEFI/GPT support. Because of OS limitations, Windows XP restricts the creation of UEFI bootable drives to MBR mode.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

A Rufus FAQ is available HERE.

To provide feedback, report a bug or request an enhancement, please use the github issue tracker. Or you can send an e-mail.

License

GNU General Public License (GPL) version 3 or later.
You are free to distribute, modify or even sell the software, insofar as you respect the GPLv3 license.

Rufus is produced in a 100% transparent manner, from its public source, using a MinGW32environment.

Changelog

Version 1.4.12 (2014.11.09) [BUGFIX RELEASE]
- Fix support for Red Hat 7 and CentOS 7
- Fix support for Debian 7.x
- Fix default listing of Mushkin Ventura Ultra USB 3.0 drives
- Fix Czech translation, courtesy of Jakub Moc
- Update Windows version listing for Windows 10

Version 1.4.11 (2014.11.04)
- Add Czech translation, courtesy of Richard Kahl
- Add Ukrainian translation, courtesy of VKS
- Fix formatting of drives with a large sector size (2K, 4K)
- Fix UEFI boot for Tails and other Syslinux/EFI based ISOs
- Fix listing of devices when all 26 drive letters are in use
- Add a minimize button and minor UI changes
- Other improvements

Other versions

Source Code

Rufus 1.4.12 (1.9 MB)
Alternatively, you can clone the git repository using:
```
$ git clone git://github.com/pbatard/rufus
```
For more information, see the github project.

If you are a developer, you are very much encouraged to tinker with Rufus and submit patches.

Donations

Since I'm getting asked about this on regular basis, there is no donation button on this page.

The main reason is that I feel that the donation system doesn't actually help software development and worse, can be guilt-inducing for users who choose not to donate.

Instead, I think that "mécénat"; or developer patronage, from companies which benefit most from a healthy FLOSS ecosystem, is what we should be aiming for. This is because, unless they are backed by a company, developers who want to provide quality Open Source software cannot realistically sustain full time development, no matter how generous their software users are.

Also, unless you are blocking them (hint, hint), you'll notice that there are ads on this page, which I consider sufficient revenue enough.

Finally the fact that I have the freedom to develop Free Software in my spare time should indicate that I'm well-off enough, and therefore that you should direct your generosity towards people who need it a lot more than I do. If you really insist, you can always make a donation to the Free Software Foundation, as they are the main reason software like Rufus is possible.

At any rate, I'll take this opportunity to say thank you for your continuing support and enthusiasm about this little program: it is much appreciated!

But please continue to feel free to use Rufus without any guilt about not contributing for it financially – you should never have to!

(1) Speed comparison between Rufus and other applications

The following tests carried out on a Windows 7 x64 Core 2 duo/4 GB RAM platform, with an USB 3.0 controller and a 16 GB USB 3.0 ADATA S102 flash drive.

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Windows 7 x64

en_windows_7_ultimate_with_sp1_x64_dvd_618240.iso

Windows 7 USB/DVD Download Tool v1.0.30	00:08:10
Universal USB Installer v1.8.7.5	00:07:10
UNetbootin v1.1.1.1	00:06:20
RMPrepUSB v2.1.638	00:04:10
WiNToBootic v1.2	00:03:35
Rufus v1.1.1	00:03:25

•

Ubuntu 11.10 x86

ubuntu-11.10-desktop-i386.iso

UNetbootin v1.1.1.1	00:01:45
RMPrepUSB v2.1.638	00:01:35
Universal USB Installer v1.8.7.5	00:01:20
Rufus v1.1.1	00:01:15

•

Slackware 13.37 x86

slackware-13.37-install-dvd.iso

UNetbootin v1.1.1.1	01:00:00+
Universal USB Installer v1.8.7.5	00:24:35
RMPrepUSB v2.1.638	00:22:45
Rufus v1.1.1	00:20:15

(2) Non exhaustive list of ISOs Rufus is known to work with

NT Password Registry Editor

Windows Server 2003 R2

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Tuesday, February 24, 2015

Tweak good for redevelopment Control Center

Control Center is a new function that Apple created with iOS 7 to give users more easy to reduce noise and light levels-off Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Location is the easier. However, functions Control Center is not yet full-featured yet, so please test this with the following special Tweak all . It can run on iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch using iOS 7 to add Source (repo.biteyourapple.net) first download free free.

1. Centrex

Tweak this will change the style Control Centre to look like iOS Control Centre 8. After installing Tweak this already, and we can also do the editing something else by going to Setting> Centrex.

2. CCControls

CCControls Tweak one of the most famous and most people are already installed it because it lets them use their iPhonebut easy. We can add bar changes as toggle 3G internet, VPN, etc., and we can also make changes and Theme. To make the changes we need to open Setting> CCControls.

3. CCQuick Pro

CCQuick Pro Tweak which permits us to open the old directly in the Control Centre, so we do not need to press the Home button twice. This way is easier and faster than before.

4. CC Deseparator

It is only a small Tweak benefits it can erase lines split out to be easier than before.

5. CCSystemStatus

It will display information iPhone, iPad directly on the Status Bar as No. Adress Wi-Fi, memory size remaining.

Tweak some may conflict if you install it, so if you are all experiencing problems after installing and deleting a Tweak or two, that's all. And would also point out that to install Tweak these free add Source (repo.biteyourapple.net).

Tweak features for those who are using the iPhone 5s

iPhone 5s is Apple's flagship 7th generation which it still retains many original features, both functional shape, but what they see is the biggest changethat buffer is scanned finger next to the Home button that makes users more secure a higher level. Buffer finger scanner not only can be used to unlock the phone and buy goods only, but we can also recycle it other functions, if you jailbreak your iPhone 5S. The following is a possible special Tweak your Touch ID more scope to use more than double the previous but before installing it, please open Cydia> Source> Edit type (repo.biteyourapple.net) to download Tweak free.

BioLockdown

BioLockdown Tweak is one of the most famous iPhone 5S for consumers because it will allow you to lock any application or functionothers hurt. If they want to open a program or function, they have to scan their fingerprint, which is a safety function a high. Tweak it as Applocker just use a password to another and use the fingerprint.

BioProtect

BioProtect not very much different from BioLockdown, only it had the internet the very different and less functional BioProtect BioLockdown. Most users prefer BioProtect because it has a clean interior design, while others choose BioLockdown because it functions more.

Virtual Home

Virtual Home is a famous Tweak iPhone 5S for consumers, it will modify your finger scan buffer layer into Sin dinosaurswe can use to close the program or go to Multi-tasking by tapping gently above. So we do not need to press the Home button, you just tap gently to avoid damage it has stuck to the days ahead. However, some users were not satisfied with Tweak this stone because it too much so as to advice Please set period of Sin dinosaurs by going to Setting> Virtual Home.

Activator

Activator Tweak the older one, and that many users are using it. With Activator, we can determine that when we put the 2nd finger on the finger scan buffer if it will run on what? We can let it run on a musical lock or close the program. All you have several options, depending on the perception.

iTouch Secure

iTouch Secure Password will fill forms, go to Bookmarks and other things very easily, we put our hands on the scan bufferpoor Yovyan hand. Therefore, to avoid the use of more complex, we reset the home settings, and every time we download software from the Appstore or log into Facebook, we just put a hand scanner to the ready.

The above is just a Tweak some are popular for use on the iPhone 5s only remaining but we Tweak more like 1Pal, AppLocker, UnlockID and Asphaleia.

Circle new options Theme for your iPhone and iPad

Currently, most iPhone and iPad users prefer to install Theme variety to add beauty to their tools more attractive. But fans that some iPad users have complained that many beautiful Theme can not install on the iPad, but on iPhone only.

For today Co. will present a special Theme possible to install both on the iPhone and the iPad. Theme named Circly for iOS 7.

Circly new offers with more than 200 Icons around the globe-shaped circle of beautiful interior design as well as the more unique and impressive Download milestone.

To Install the Theme:

Go to Cydia => Sources => Edit => Add => word http://repo.biteyourapple.net

Then you can go to search and type in Circly and assembly work

The hope all of you will like this with a Theme team and we will try to find a special Theme more to be presented to fans next article.

Top Tweak: lock your iPhone and iPad more quickly without having to use buttons Lockscreen

Currently, a number of iPhone and iPad users faced with a broken button issue Lockscreen / Power button because it's who we are used regularly tolock unlocked, as well as toggle our devices. For this reason, some usersto use Assistive Touch function or some Tweak to lock their devices.

For today TikrongDL.Com to be another special Tweak allows everyone to lock the iPhone and iPad more easily and quickly without Needless Lockscreen button.

Normally, when you drag to the middle part of the screen top-down, or Spotlight search function will appear on the screen's favor, but after you all install Tweak called Aslock this and you will not see or Spotlight search function no longer displayed on the screen, tools you will immediately unlocked when you drag in the center of the screen from top to bottom.

To install Tweak:

Go to Cydia => Sources => Edit => Add => word http://repo.biteyourapple.net
Then you can go to search and type in Aslock and assembly work
After installing, you can go to Settings => Aslock and Enable Spotlight Lock and Trigger Immediately well defined length drag on Trigger Length as you want. Like this, you can return to the Homescreen already dragging on the central part of the top-down screen under Tools you will be locked immediately.
But if you want Spotlight or Search function at the same show you go to Enable Show Spotlight in the same program Aslock then you need to do Notes Trigger Length is greater than 64. Like when you drag to the middle part of the screen as usual Spotlight features will appear as normal, but if you drag down a little long, your iPhone or iPad will lock again.

The hope Tweak will provide convenience to all of you to lock your instrument more quickly without having to use buttons Lockscreen as well as protection this button also avoid damage.

Beautiful Theme for iPad and iPhone users come again

From a week to a week and we always try to find a Theme with beautiful style and can facilitate a better use for people of all ages. At this time, we will introduce a Theme Theme more beautiful for all readers installed using it has a light colored icons toward bright little attractive, friendly, and are advised to use multiple by experts. If readers are interested can install the following way:

To install a Theme, you must follow the instructions below:

Go to Cydia => Sources => Edit => Add => type http://repo.biteyourapple.net
Then, go to the Search and type in Pastels DaCo and Installation
After installation you need to go to Setting=> WinterBoard => Select Themes and then tick the Pastels DaCo
After returning WinterBoard click Respring (upper left corner) if you have not yet, you can click cancel (at the top right corner) and properly chosen again for your iDevice and respring as instructed above.

Theme is available for both iPad and iPhone activate the operating system iOS 7 jailbreak. After installing Theme above you would be satisfied with the shape it's interesting. Please enjoy the use of a Theme with travel weekends of all readers.