balenaEtcher is a popular free and open source burning software that helps users burn ISO image files or img files to USB flash drives or SD cards. Although balenaEtcher is easy to use, sometimes errors may occur during the burning process. Here are some possible causes of balenaEtcher writing errors and how to fix them:
1. Incorrect image file: If you try to write a corrupted or incomplete image file to a USB or SD card, balenaEtcher may fail. Make sure the image file you download is complete and undamaged.
2. Damaged USB or SD card: If you try to write to a damaged USB or SD card, balenaEtcher will also fail. Before using it, please make sure that your USB or SD card is free from any physical damage and can be formatted smoothly.
3. The device is not compatible with balenaEtcher: Some USB or SD cards may not be compatible with balenaEtcher. Make sure the device you choose is compatible with balenaEtcher.
4. Multiple devices connected at the same time: If you have multiple USB or SD cards connected, balenaEtcher may malfunction. Make sure to connect only one device and burn it.
5. Permission issue: In Linux and macOS systems, balenaEtcher needs sufficient permissions to access the device. Make sure you run balenaEtcher as administrator and check that sufficient permissions have been granted.
Solution to balenaEtcher writing error:
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Check that the image file is complete and not corrupted.
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Check the USB or SD card for physical damage and try formatting them.
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Make sure the device you choose is compatible with balenaEtcher.
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Only connect one device for burning.
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Start balenaEtcher as administrator and check that sufficient permissions have been granted.
If you have tried the above steps and still cannot solve the problem, please consider trying other burning software or replace the device.