Windows 10 upgrade installation media download

The Windows 10 Media Creation Tool is also a great way way to reinstall the operating system and it can download the necessary files from Microsoft. Windows 10 21H1 ISO files can be used in a variety of ways. An ISO image contains the installation files of Windows 10 with the latest cumulative and feature updates. On Windows 10, there are a lot of tools to open these media files.

However, you can always use File Explorer, which comes with built-in functionality to mount ISO natively without the need for extra third-party software. Windows Latest. Windows Microsoft rushes out fix for Windows 11 bug crashing random apps.

Microsoft is accelerating Windows 11 rollout due to positive feedback. Your memory, like mine, is due to Saturated Brain Disorder. You have so much data stored in your gray matter that it is difficult to find what you need.

There is not yet a PC version…. Just go to the folder on the USB, open and select the setup. ISO is offered when site is loaded under any linux distro — no idea how it behaves under macos but probably in same way. I am not aware of MS publishing older releases, i. I would be very suspicious of downloading the iso from other websites. Maybe you could search for the particular release ISO checksum and see what other users posted. It failed to upgrade on the 2nd re-boot during installation citing driver issues.

This board is 13 years old. Intel ceased manufacturing motherboards long ago so no more drivers. Microsoft however includes was is needed in the ISO. Initial build installed was Activation was automatic. Ran the Media CreationTool and selected the online upgrade option. This machine has the documents, music, picture folders redirected to a 64gb SDHC card which was left installed. No data loss occurred. The 3 other computers were x64 desktops upgraded by mounting the iso.

All were trouble-free installation. Certainly having the latest video drivers and disabling any programs that MIGHT interfere with program installation helped. Looking back at notes kept from previous Feature Updates I find personal preferences were retained.

Case in point, the file manager retained my Quick Access Toolbar modifications, extensions are still shown and column order preference name, SIZE, date was maintained. For a trouble-free installation, I would rate this Feature Update as the best ever.

On the What do you want to do? After downloading and installing, the tool will walk you through how to set up Windows 10 on your PC. All Windows 10 editions are available when you select Windows 10, except for Enterprise edition.

Your copy of Windows 10 will automatically activate later using your digital license. Select Change what to keep to set whether you would like to Keep personal files and apps , or Keep personal files only , or choose to keep Nothing during the upgrade.

It might take some time to install Windows 10, and your PC will restart a few times. Before you download the tool make sure you have: An internet connection internet service provider fees may apply. Sufficient data storage available on a computer, USB or external drive for the download. System requirements. Make sure the PC meets the system requirements for Windows We also recommend going to the PC manufacturer's website for additional info about updated drivers and hardware compatibility.

Language in Windows. You'll need to choose the same language when you install Windows Edition of Windows. You should also choose the same edition of Windows. For more info, go to the Volume Licensing Service Center. Microsoft Office products. If you just purchased a new device that includes Office , we recommend redeeming installing Office before upgrading to Windows For more information, check How to upgrade to Windows 10 on new devices that include Office Using the tool to create installation media: Select Download tool now , and select Run.

If you agree to the license terms, select Accept. Any content on the flash drive will be deleted.