Fresh Windows 7 on Custom Built Computer

[SiK]

Alright, so I am building my computer in a few weeks, most likely in the beginning of June, and I seriously dont want to get an optical drive. The reason why I dont want to get an optical drive is because it looks HORRIBLE on the case I am using IMO. So is there a way to install a clean version of Windows 7 Pro through USB or similar device?

 

[hang-the-9]

http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/51396-63-windows-booting

 

[CDdude55]

It's possible to grab a removable optical drive for the installation, and you can keep it stored away until you need it again.

If you want to go completely optical drive free, then yes it is possible to install Windows 7 from a USB drive, heres a walkthrough: http://arstechnica.com/business/2009/12/the-usb-flash-drive/