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People are discussing whether it’s possible to install Windows from or onto a Blu-ray Disc. The headline suggests a focus on practical compatibility and installation workflow using Blu-ray media.

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Key Takeaway You can’t assume Windows installation from Blu-ray is straightforward—confirm device and workflow support first.
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You can’t assume Windows installation from Blu-ray is straightforward—confirm device and workflow support first.

People are discussing whether it’s possible to install Windows from or onto a Blu-ray Disc. The headline suggests a focus on practical compatibility and installation workflow using Blu-ray media.

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Topic Installing Windows using a Blu-ray Disc
Media type Blu-ray Disc

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  • Check the r/windows thread for specifics on required drives and supported install methods. r/windows

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Retro Preservation: New Blu-ray Drive Firmware Rips Wii And Xbox 360 Discs On PC

On compatible Blu-Ray drives, OmniDrive custom firmware can rip Wii, GameCube, Xbox, and Xbox 360 games to a PC. Several other consoles are supported too, but remain encrypted.

4d ago Chris Harper
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After adding my entire Blu-ray library to Jellyfin, physical discs feel obsolete

It's the same content with easier access.

5d ago Patrick Hearn
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Common questions on Blu-ray, surfaced from across the indexed web.

Who doesn't like a shelf full of movies?

I have a lot of physical discs (and not just Blu-ray, either). If you go through my closet, there are boxes full of CDs, DVDs, and even some VHS tapes. They look great sitting on a shelf, but they also give off vague early-2000s vibes. I like looking at them, but I don't like swapping out the discs in the player. Besides, who actually has a dedicated Blu-ray player anymore? I just use a PlayStation 5, although I do have an ancient DVD/VHS player somewhere in the attic. If you aren't a gamer, the necessary devices just take up space around your TV, and at a time when people tend to lean more to

After adding my entire Blu-ray library to Jellyfin, physical discs feel obsolete
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