Mounting an ISO Image in Windows 7 or Vista

How to do It?

The utility that I will use is called Virtual Clone Drive. This utility will let you mount .ISO, .CCD, .DVD, .IMG, .UDF and .BIN files. Download the utility and start the setup process.

Select Yes or OK at the hardware prompt and continue. You might have to restart your computer. Now you should be able to mount any ISO image by just double-clicking on the file. You can also right-click on the cd-rom drive to mount or unmount an image.

Note: If you are going to re-install this utility, make sure you uninstall it first.

Alternatives

• Virtual CD-ROM (Microsoft) – This utility does not work in Windows Vista
• MagicDisk – A free utility with more features, but it’s not quite as simple to use.

Mounting an ISO Image in Windows 8

Now that Windows 8 is finally upon us, even if only a preview release, it’s worth noting that ISO and VHD mounting is built right into the operating system. All you need to do is right-click, double-click, or select and use the Ribbon to Mount an ISO image. It’s just that simple:

Once you’ve done so, you’ll see the ISO mounted as a new drive in Computer. You can right-click there to unmount when you’re done.