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Creating a macOS Sequoia bootable USB on Windows may sound tricky, but with the right tools and steps, it’s surprisingly straightforward. Whether you’re setting up macOS on a new machine, reinstalling the system, or simply keeping a bootable copy for emergencies, having a macOS Sequoia bootable USB is incredibly useful.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through the complete process of creating a macOS Sequoia bootable USB on Windows. We’ll be using a tool called TransMac, which allows Windows users to write macOS DMG files directly to USB drives. This method can also be used to create bootable installers for any macOS version—whether it’s Ventura, Monterey, Big Sur, or earlier.
This tutorial is dedicated to creating a macOS Sequoia bootable USB on Windows. But, if you are using a MAC, you can follow this guide: How to Create macOS Sequoia Bootable USB for Clean Installation: MAC
Let’s get started and make your macOS Sequoia bootable USB ready for installation!

📝 What You’ll Need:
- A USB drive with at least 32 GB of storage
- A Windows PC
- The TransMac application
- A macOS Sequoia DMG file
- Basic familiarity with command prompt (CMD)
🧭 Step-by-Step Guide
✅ Step 1: Download and Install TransMac on Windows
- Open your browser and search for TransMac, or visit the official TransMac website.
- Download the file labeled
tmsetup.zip
.

- Save it to your desktop and right-click → Extract All to unzip the contents.
- Run the
setup.exe
file and complete the installation of TransMac.
✅ Step 2: Download the macOS Sequoia DMG File
- Visit the macOS Sequoia DMG link and scroll down to the Download Section.
- Use either the Google Drive or Mediafire links to download the DMG file.

- If you want to create a bootable USB for a different macOS version, visit our macOS Archive Page or search for your desired version on our website.

✅ Step 3: Format the USB Drive Using CMD (Command Prompt)
- Insert your USB drive into your Windows PC.
- Click Start, search for CMD, right-click it, and choose Run as Administrator.

- Enter the following commands one at a time:
DISKPART
LIST DISK
SELECT DISK X (Replace X with the disk number of your USB drive)
CLEAN
CONVERT GPT
CREATE PARTITION PRIMARY

- Once done, you can close the CMD window.
✅ Step 4: Use TransMac to Write the DMG to USB
- Right-click the TransMac application icon and select Run as Administrator.
- Wait 10 seconds for the trial version to activate, then click Run.

- Locate your USB drive in the TransMac sidebar.
- Right-click on your USB drive and select “Restore with Disk Image.”

- Click Yes to confirm.
- Click Browse and select the macOS Sequoia DMG file you downloaded earlier.

- Click OK to begin the process. ⚠️ Note: This process may take some time, depending on the speed of your USB drive. Be patient!
- Once you see “Restore Complete,” click OK and safely eject your USB drive.

❌ Important Booting Note for macOS
Before plugging the USB drive into your Mac:
- If you’re trying to install the same version of macOS that is already running on your Mac, your USB might not show up in the boot menu.
- Always select a higher or lower version than the one currently installed to avoid this issue.
✅ Step 5: Boot macOS Sequoia Using USB
- Insert the USB drive into your Mac.

- Depending on your Mac model:
- For M1/M2 (Apple Silicon) Macs: Press and hold the Power button until you see “Loading startup options.”
- For Intel-based Macs: Press and hold the Option (⌥) key immediately after turning on your Mac.

- In the boot menu, you will see:
- Your main hard drive
- The bootable USB drive
- Recovery options

- Click on Install macOS Sequoia to begin the installation process.
You can also go through our other macOS Sequoia Guides:
Complete Guide to Updating and Installing macOS Sequoia
More guides…
Conclusion: macOS Sequoia bootable USB on Windows
Congratulations! You’ve now created a fully functional macOS Sequoia bootable USB on Windows PC. This method is reliable and efficient and can be adapted to any macOS version as long as you have the correct DMG file.
A macOS Sequoia bootable USB is a must-have tool for reinstallations, troubleshooting, and fresh installs. Whether you’re setting up your Mac from scratch or recovering from an issue, this USB drive gives you control and flexibility—without needing internet access or another Mac.
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