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diff --git a/docs/update-windows-iso.md b/docs/update-windows-iso.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..8a4266b --- /dev/null +++ b/docs/update-windows-iso.md @@ -0,0 +1,111 @@ +# Update Windows ISO + +Official Windows 10 / 11 ISOs available through public free links on [Microsoft](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/) or [MSDL](https://msdl.gravesoft.dev/) do not include the latest monthly updates. +Microsoft usually releases updated ISOs after major feature updates, and the next one typically comes with the following year’s release. + +These official ISOs work fine for most users since Windows automatically installs cumulative updates (which include all prior updates). +However, there are several cases where you may need an updated ISO. + +--- + +## Why You Might Need an Updated ISO + +### 1. Windows 10 WinRE Update Issue + +- Microsoft provides official public links for Windows 10 22H2 (Build 19045.2965). + This build contains an issue that can cause Windows Update to fail when installing [KB5028997](https://support.microsoft.com/topic/kb5028997-instructions-to-manually-resize-your-partition-to-install-the-winre-update-400faa27-9343-461c-ada9-24c8229763bf) on MBR/BIOS installations. +- Using an updated ISO that includes the latest updates resolves this issue. + +### 2. Windows 11 LTSC 2024 In-Place Upgrade Issue + +- The official Windows 11 LTSC 2024 ISOs were released with build **26100.1742**, and Microsoft does **not** provide newer ISOs to MVS paid subscribers. +- If your Windows 11 LTSC 2024 installation is already updated to a newer build and you attempt an in-place repair upgrade using the 26100.1742 ISO, the process will fail. +- Using an ISO that includes the latest updates will resolve this issue. + +> **Note:** +> The same issue occurs with Windows 11 24H2 GAC editions (non-LTSC). However, since updated ISOs for 25H2 are already available, you can use those instead. + +### 3. Frequent Windows Installations + +Technicians or shop owners who install Windows multiple times per day benefit greatly from updated ISOs. +Using an updated ISO saves both time and bandwidth during setup and post-installation updates. + +--- + +## How to Get an Updated ISO + +### Option 1: Updated ISOs from MVS + +Microsoft provides monthly updated Windows 10 / 11 ISOs (non-LTSC) to [MVS](https://my.visualstudio.com/Downloads) subscribers. +Alternatively, you can find download links [here](https://massgrave.dev/genuine-installation-media). + +--- + +### Option 2: Manually Update ISOs + +**Applies to:** Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server 2025, 23H2, 2022 + +:::info + +- To create an updated **Windows 10** ISO, your host operating system must be **Windows 8.1 or newer**. +- To create an updated **Windows 11** ISO, your host operating system must be **Windows 10 version 2004 or later**, or **Windows 11**. + +::: + +Follow these steps to manually create an updated Windows ISO: + +1. **Download the base ISO** + - Get the official ISO from [MSDL](https://msdl.gravesoft.dev/) or [Microsoft](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/) (Download ISO file directly; Media Creation Tool ISOs won’t work here.) or [here](https://massgrave.dev/genuine-installation-media). + +2. **Download W10UI** + - Get [W10UI](https://forums.mydigitallife.net/posts/1216064/). + Alternative links: [Link 1](https://kutt.it/W10UI) / [Link 2](https://tiny.cc/W10UI). + +3. **Download Updates** + - Go to [UUP Dump](https://uupdump.net/). + (We are using this site here only to fetch official Microsoft update files. Generating ISOs from this site for general use is not recommended; use them for evaluation purposes only.) + - From the dropdown menu, choose the correct version. For example: + - For **Windows 10 LTSC 2021**, choose **Windows 10 21H2** + - For **Windows 11 LTSC 2024**, choose **Windows 11 24H2** + - For **Windows Server 2025**, choose **Windows 11 24H2** (the update files are the same; the Server 2025 entry doesn’t show the full list) + - For **Windows Server 2022**, choose **Windows Server 21H2** + - A list will appear. Select the latest build that **does not include “Cumulative Update”** in its name. It should be labeled “Feature update” or “Windows 10/11.” + - On the next page, it will ask you to choose a language - no need to change it, just click **Next**. + - On the following page, it will ask you to choose an edition - again, no need to change anything, just click **Next**. + - On the final summary page, click the button named **Create download package for these updates**. + - Extract all the contents of the downloaded ZIP file, then run the script named `uup_download_windows.cmd`. + - It will download all the update files into a folder named `UUPs`. + - **Download .NET Updates** + - The package above includes .NET updates **only** for Windows 11 build 22H2 and newer. + If you’re updating **Windows 10** or **Server 2022** ISOs, download the .NET updates separately. + You can skip this step if you’re updating **Windows 11** or **Server 2025** ISOs. + - Open the appropriate link below based on your ISO version and download the latest month's file. + - **Windows 10 LTSC 2021 (21H2) / Windows 10 22H2** - [x64](https://www.catalog.update.microsoft.com/Search.aspx?q=3.5+-4.8.1+22H2+1903+Updates+x64) / [x86](https://www.catalog.update.microsoft.com/Search.aspx?q=3.5+-4.8.1+22H2+1903+Updates+-x64+-ARM64) / [ARM64](https://www.catalog.update.microsoft.com/Search.aspx?q=3.5+-4.8.1+22H2+1903+Updates+ARM64) + - **Windows Server 2022** - [x64](https://www.catalog.update.microsoft.com/Search.aspx?q=3.5+-4.8.1+21H2+Server+Updates) + - Copy and paste the downloaded file into the same `UUPs` folder where other download files are saved. + +4. **Mount the ISO** + - Right-click the downloaded Windows ISO > **Mount**. + +5. **Set Up the Working Directory** + - Extract the downloaded W10UI zip file. + - Create a folder named `Files` on the C or D drive (e.g., `D:\Files`), avoiding spaces or special characters. Make sure you have at least 40-50 GB of free space available. + - Copy the extracted `W10UI.cmd` file into this folder. + - Copy all the update files downloaded earlier (from the `UUPs` folder) into this folder. + Your folder should look like this: +  + +6. **Integrate Updates** + - Right-click `W10UI.cmd` > **Run as administrator**. + - Press **1** to select `[1] Target` and enter the mounted ISO drive path (e.g., `H:\`). + - Press **0** to start the integration process and wait for it to complete. + +7. **Finish** + - Once the process finishes, an updated ISO file will be created in the same folder. + - Done! + +--- + +:::tip +If you need help or run into issues, you can [contact us](troubleshoot.md) for assistance. +::: |