You can run an ISO file in Windows 10 by mounting it as a virtual drive. This allows you to access its contents as if it were a physical disc.
Mounting an ISO File
Here's a step-by-step guide on how to mount an ISO file in Windows 10:
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Download the ISO Image: First, ensure you have downloaded the ISO file you wish to run. This could be an operating system, software, or any other data formatted as an ISO image.
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Open File Explorer: Navigate to the location where you have saved your ISO file using File Explorer.
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Right-Click the ISO File: Locate the ISO file. Right-click on the file.
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Select "Mount": From the context menu that appears, select the "Mount" option. This action will mount the ISO file as a virtual drive.
Note: According to the provided reference: "From the pop-up menu, select the Mount command. This will open a virtual drive that is visible in File Explorer, from which you can install the software."
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Access the Virtual Drive: A new virtual drive will appear in File Explorer. This drive will contain all the contents of the ISO file.
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Install or Use Content: You can now access and run files within the mounted virtual drive as needed. This often involves running the installer for a software or operating system within the ISO.
Example
For example, if you have an ISO for a game:
- After mounting, a new drive letter will appear in File Explorer (e.g., D:, E:).
- Open that drive, and you'll find the game's setup executable.
- Run this setup to install the game.
Key Takeaways
- Mounting an ISO file makes it usable like a physical disc drive.
- The ISO itself remains unchanged; mounting only provides access.
- You can unmount the drive by right-clicking the virtual drive in File Explorer and selecting "Eject".
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Download the ISO file |
| 2 | Open File Explorer |
| 3 | Right-click the ISO file |
| 4 | Select "Mount" |
| 5 | Access the new virtual drive in File Explorer |
| 6 | Install/Use software |
