Media Creation Tool

Media Creation Tool is a tool to help users download Windows 10, upgrade to Windows 10 and bring the best experience for those who use Windows 7, Windows 8.1 and Windows 10.

Updated software interface Windows 10 Media Creation Tool

Besides updating Windows 10 Anniversary Update through Windows Update, users can also use this tool to perform updates for Windows 10 or delete all operating system settings with Anniversary updates. However, Microsoft also often defer new versions when you use other methods to protect the stability of the server. So maybe you will take some time.

Choices before starting the Windows 10 update process

Start the Windows 10 update process right on your computer

The Media Creation Tool allows users to download Windows 10 ISO files directly from Microsoft without the need for a key, from which you can use to install or upgrade Windows 10. This software is used for versions of Windows 10 below here

• Windows 10 Home
• Windows 10 Home N
• Windows 10 Home Single Language
• Windows 10 Pro
• Windows 10 Pro N

In order to bring convenience to users, the interface of Media Creation Tool was created as a wizard to guide users step by step and make the process of downloading, installing and upgrading very simple. It should also be noted that the computer must be connected to the Internet during working with this software. When running this tool, it will create 2 directories in the system: $ WINDOWs. ~ BT and $ WINDOWS. ~ WS . These directories will contain the installation files and choose to start the process again if it fails.

The Media Creation Tool not only supports downloading, installing, lifting Windows 10 cables right on your computer, but also supports creating files to put on mobile storage devices, which can be used on devices. be different. If you use this feature, you will choose Create Installation media for another PC, then choose to create ISO file to burn to DVD later or USB with a minimum capacity of 3GB or data will be overwritten. .

Select the method to update to another computer

Burn the ISO file to a disc or use USB to update it to another computer

Steps to update Windows 10 Anninversary with Media Creation Tool

• Download the software to the computer
• Double click on the executable file to open the tool
• Follow the steps that appear until Windows 10 Setup displays
• Select Upgrade this PC now
• Click Next
• Select Accept to accept the terms
• Select Keep Personal files and apps (usually the default, if not selected by default, select Change what to keep to change)
• Select Install to start the update process

Afterwards, Windows 10 will update the Anninversary Update on the device and continue to retain existing files and applications. The update process also depends on your device hardware, Internet connection speed and many other factors, but generally it will take no longer than 30 minutes.

The process of installing and upgrading depends on many factors

How to create Windows 10 Installation Media with the Media Creation Tool

To get started, you need a license to install Windows 10 on your computer. You can then download and run the Media Creation Tool. Below is a detailed guide on how to use this tool.

Use tools to upgrade your PC to Windows 10

When to use this guide?

• You have a license to install Windows 10 and upgrade your computer from Windows 7 or Windows 8.1 to Windows 10.
• You need to reinstall Windows 10 on your PC when Windows 10 has been successfully activated.

If you install Windows 10 on a computer running Windows XP or Vista, or if you need to create Installation Media to install Windows 10 on another computer, please refer to Using tools to create Installation Media (USB Flash drive, DVD or ISO file) to install Windows 10 on another computer) below.

Note: before installing Windows 10, make sure that your computer meets the system configuration requirements for Windows 10. You can visit the computer manufacturer wesbite to see updated driver information and hardware configuration.

• Select the Dowload tool and select Run . You need to use an administrator account to run this tool.
• On the License terms page, select Accept to accept the license terms.
• On the What do you want to do page? , select Upgrade this PC now , then choose Next .
• The tool will begin downloading and installing Windows 10. The table below shows the versions of Windows 10 that will be installed on your computer. Windows 10 Enterprise is not supported in the Media Creation Tool.

Current version of Windows

Windows 10 version
Note: If you are using the N version of Windows on a PC, select the corresponding Windows 10 N version to create Installation Media

Windows 7 Starter
Windows 7 Home Basic
Windows 7 Home Premium
Windows 8 / 8.1
Windows 8.1 with Bing
Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home Windows 7 Professional
Windows 7 Ultimate
Windows 8 Pro
Windows 8.1 Pro
Windows 8 / 8.1 Professional with Media Center
Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro Windows 8 / 8.1 Single Language
Windows 8 Single Language with Bing Windows 10 Home Single Language Windows 8 / 8.1 Chinese Language Edition
Windows 8 Chinese Language Edition with Bing Windows 10 Home China Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro

• This tool will show you how to set up Windows 10 on a PC.
  • If you do not have a license to install Windows 10 and have never upgraded to Windows 10 before, you can buy a copy of Windows 10 at https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/get- windows-10.
  • If you've ever upgraded to Windows 10 on this computer and need to reinstall, you don't need to enter the Product key. Your copy of Windows 10 will automatically activate using a digitized license.
• When you're ready to install Windows 10, you'll see the selected content is highlighted and will keep this status during the upgrade. Select Change what to keep to set up Keep personal files and apps or Keep personal files only , or choose Nothing during the installation.
• It will take some time to install Windows 10. The computer will automatically restart several times. Note, do not turn off the machine during the installation process.

Use the tool to create Installation Media (USB Flash drive, DVD or ISO file) to install Windows 10 on another computer

Follow the steps below to create Installation Media (USB Flash drive or DVD), which you can use to install a new copy for Windows 10, install a new version or reinstall.

Before downloading the tool, make sure:

• Fast and stable Internet connection.
• There is enough memory in the computer, USB or external hard drive to load the installer.
• At least 5GB free USB or blank DVD disc if you want to create media. It is recommended to use a USB or blank DVD disc otherwise you may lose your old data.
• When burning DVD disc from ISO file, if notice that the image file is too large, you need to use Dual Layer (DL) DVD Media.

Check out a few factors when installing Windows 10:

• 64-bit or 32-bit CPU: you will create a 32-bit or 64-bit version for Windows 10. To check, access PC Info in PC Settings or System in Control Panel, find System type.
• System requirements: make sure your computer meets the system configuration requirements for Windows 10. You can visit the computer manufacturer wesbite to view information about updated drivers and hardware configuration.
• Language in Windows: select the same language when installing Windows 10. To see which language you're using, visit Time and langue in PC settings or Region in Control Panel.
• Windows version: choose the same version for Windows. To check the current version, go to PC info in PC Settings or Systems in Control Panel and look for Windows edition. Windows 10 Enterprise does not support the Media Creation Tool.
• Microsoft Office products: If you have just purchased a new computer with Office 365 pre-installed, you should install Office before upgrading to Windows 10.

If you're using Office 2010 or earlier, choose a new installation for Windows 10 (remember to save the Office product key).

Use this tool to create Installation Media:

• Select Dowload tool now and select Run . You need to use an administrator account to run this tool.
• On the License terms page, select Accept to accept the license terms.
• On the What do you want to do page? , select Create installation media for another PC , then select Next .
• Choose your language, version, and architecture (64-bit or 32-bit) for Windows 10. The table below will help you find the right Windows 10 version.

Current version of Windows

Windows 10 version
Note: If you are using the N version of Windows on a PC, select the corresponding Windows 10 N version to create Installation Media

Windows 7 Starter
Windows 7 Home Basic
Windows 7 Home Premium
Windows 8 / 8.1
Windows 8.1 with Bing
Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home Windows 7 Professional
Windows 7 Ultimate
Windows 8 Pro
Windows 8.1 Pro
Windows 8 / 8.1 Professional with Media Center
Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro Windows 8 / 8.1 Single Language
Windows 8 Single Language with Bing Windows 10 Home Single Language Windows 8 / 8.1 Chinese Language Edition
Windows 8 Chinese Language Edition with Bing Windows 10 Home China Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro

Select the media you want to use:

• USB Flash drive: attach a blank USB with at least 5GB of space. Content on USB will be erased.
• ISO File: save the ISO file to a computer, you can use it to create a DVD. After downloading the file, you can locate the location or choose Open DVD Burner, follow the instructions to burn the file to a DVD.
• After creating Installation Media, follow the instructions to use it.