How to install Windows 10 on Steam Deck

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Installing Windows 10 on your Steam Deck is like giving it a secret superpower! First off, make sure you've got a USB drive with Windows 10 installation media on it. Then, power off your Steam Deck and plug in the USB drive. Press the volume down button and the power button at the same time to boot from the USB. Follow the on-screen instructions to install Windows 10. Remember, you'll need to grab all the necessary drivers from Valve's website to get everything working smoothly.

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SignalingCloud·7 months ago

Just a heads up, installing Windows on your Steam Deck might not be the best idea. You'll lose some of the optimizations for gaming Valve built into SteamOS. Plus, switching back isn't a walk in the park.

DroppingSway·7 months ago

Done it myself! The key is to have a good-sized USB drive for the Windows 10 installer. Booting from USB and following the prompts is straightforward. Don't forget to install Steam again once you're in Windows to access your library!

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