This requires a DVD writer on the computer you are using to create the media, and a DVD player on the computer that you want to install on. Microsoft recommends using an empty drive as any existing content will be deleted. You will need a USB flash drive with at least 4 GB of space.The download is roughly 4 GB and the time it will take to download will vary based on your connection speed and other factors. You will need a computer with a stable Internet connection.It is not necessary to enter your Windows product key when creating the Install Media or ISO File.īefore you start, here is what you may need: This tool will work on Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8/8.1 and Windows 7. It’s also perfect for building a USB flash drive to install Windows 10 on another machine, and as it works in the background you can go about your normal day while it does its thing.You can download the Media Creation Tool directly from Microsoft (Relevant links are below depending on Version). Windows Update can sometimes lag behind in rolling out newer versions, but the Media Creation Tool is a quick way around that. Whatever the reason you need to do a complete installation of Windows 10, the Media Creation Tool is one of the easiest ways to do it. When you’re happy with your choice, click ‘Install’ and the Windows 10 installation process will begin. Click ‘Change what you want to keep’ and you’ll be given options to keep everything, keep only your files, or to keep nothing at all and do a fresh install. When the download is complete and the tool is ready to install Windows 10, you’ll have the chance to decide what you want to keep.

The Media Creation Tool will now begin downloading Windows 10 to your PC.

Select the option to ‘Upgrade this PC now’ and click ‘Next’. Open up the Media Creation Tool on your PC. If you want to have the latest and greatest, the Media Creation Tool is one of the best ways to get it. Windows Update should deliver the latest versions of Windows 10 to your PC, but it’s not always the quickest at doing so. Use the Media Creation Tool to upgrade your current PC

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