how to make bootable usb-stick

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#1 November 21, 2014

hello, I just installed pc-bsd, and I want to create a bootable usb-stick. I downloaded Unetbootin, but it wont boot. any suggestions for an alternative?

grtz, Frank

#2 November 21, 2014

found it: use the option dd in the terminal to write an iso-file to usb-stick.

thanks, Frank

#3 November 21, 2014

or use unetbootin and use the option disk image and browse to the iso file

#4 November 21, 2014

tried that, but unetbootin didnt seem to recognize the usb device...