This table will help you decide which edition of Windows 10 you'll choose: Your current edition of Windows For more information, check How to upgrade to Windows 10 on new devices that include Office 365. If you just purchased a new device that includes Office 365, we recommend redeeming (installing) Office before upgrading to Windows 10. For more info, go to the Volume Licensing Service Center. Windows 10 Enterprise isn't available in the media creation tool.

To check what edition you're currently running, go to PC info in PC settings or System in Control Panel, and look for Windows edition. You should also choose the same edition of Windows. To see what language you're currently using, go to Time and language in PC settings or Region in Control Panel. You'll need to choose the same language when you install Windows 10. We also recommend going to the PC manufacturer's website for additional info about updated drivers and hardware compatibility. Make sure the PC meets the system requirements for Windows 10. To check this on your PC, go to PC info in PC settings or System in Control Panel, and look for System type. You'll create either a 64-bit or 32-bit version of Windows 10. When burning a DVD from an ISO file, if you are told the disc image file is too large you will need to use Dual Layer (DL) DVD Media.Ĭheck a few things on the PC where you want to install Windows 10:.We recommend using a blank USB or blank DVD, because any content on it will be deleted. A blank USB flash drive with at least 5 GB of space or blank DVD (and DVD burner) if you want to create media.Sufficient data storage available on a computer, USB or external drive for the download.An internet connection (internet service provider fees may apply).Before you download the tool make sure you have: Using the tool to create installation media (USB flash drive, DVD, or IS O file) to install Windows 10 on a different PCįollow these steps to create installation media (USB flash drive or DVD) you can use to install a new copy of Windows 10, perform a clean installation, or reinstall Windows 10. We also recommend going to the PC manufacturer's website for any additional info about updated drivers and hardware compatibility You need to reinstall Windows 10 on a PC you've already successfully activated Windows 10.īefore you install Windows 10, check to make sure your PC meets the system requirements for Windows 10.You have a license to install Windows 10 and are upgrading this PC from Windows 7 or Windows 8.1.

Windows media creation tool.