Malwarebytes is a popular anti-malware software that is widely used to protect computers from malware attacks. It is a powerful tool that can detect and remove various types of malware from your computer. However, in some cases, you may not be able to install Malwarebytes on your computer due to malware infections or other issues. In such situations, you can start Malwarebytes from a USB stick to scan and remove malware from your computer. In this article, we will show you how to start Malwarebytes from a USB stick.
Step 1: Download Malwarebytes on a Clean Computer
The first step in starting Malwarebytes from a USB stick is to download the Malwarebytes installation file on a clean computer. This is because you cannot download the Malwarebytes installation file on an infected computer. You can download the latest version of Malwarebytes from the official Malwarebytes website.
Step 2: Install Malwarebytes on the USB Stick
Once you have downloaded the Malwarebytes installation file, insert the USB stick into the clean computer. Double-click on the Malwarebytes installation file to start the installation process. When prompted, select the USB stick as the installation location for Malwarebytes. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.
Step 3: Boot Your Infected Computer from the USB Stick
After you have installed Malwarebytes on the USB stick, you need to boot your infected computer from the USB stick. To do this, you need to change the boot order in the BIOS settings of your computer. Restart your computer and press the F2, F10, or Del key to enter the BIOS settings. In the BIOS settings, navigate to the Boot tab and change the boot order to USB first. Save the changes and exit the BIOS settings.
Step 4: Start Malwarebytes from the USB Stick
Once you have booted your computer from the USB stick, you should see a menu screen with various options. Select the option to start Malwarebytes from the USB stick. Malwarebytes will then start scanning your computer for malware infections. Depending on the size of your hard drive and the number of files on your computer, the scan may take several minutes to complete.
Step 5: Remove Malware from Your Computer
After the scan is complete, Malwarebytes will display a list of malware infections on your computer. Select the option to remove all the malware infections from your computer. Malwarebytes will then start removing the malware from your computer. Once the removal process is complete, restart your computer and boot it into normal mode.
Conclusion
Starting Malwarebytes from a USB stick is a great way to remove malware from your computer when you cannot install Malwarebytes on your computer. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can easily start Malwarebytes from a USB stick and remove malware from your computer. Remember to keep your computer and USB stick clean to prevent future malware infections.
