win7 activates fine
sure, why not?grab the newest build (22h2 Pro?)and put it on?
search internet for the bolded file below, easy to find
en-us_windows_10_consumer_editions_version_22h2_updated_feb_2024_x64_dvd_c937d96c.iso
Windows 10, version 22H2 [19045.4046] (Updated February 2024)
SHA-1: 54b385ecf9e4bdc697a0e3d0a762bc5649b12ac5
SHA-256: 1397a9e69f67e4d102599e10e4edf0db33da5c174099b3ef3e19a9e032341afb
march 2024 updated iso will probably be available in 2 or 3 days
Hiya Berton, yeah, it works. But I almost had to redo the dang thing because I installed 4.73 Nvidia drivers and man oh man, Windows 10 did not like that. But I was able to remember to go into safe mode, then I remembered to find that new driver and delete it,. Lucky Windows picked up and the removed driver and put one on that works.
Since I had 22H2 on this system before (and upgraded from Win 7), I know it can handle it, but I am at a quandary of how to find any upgrades, since Windows 10 didn't pick up anything.things have to be simple for me these days as my thinking is not right anymore (medical, and that is all I am going to say, except dang Agent Orange 1970). Anyhow, thanks for the lesson. :) I am going to bed.
And I just noticed that SIW2 answered too. I will look for this tomorrow. I copied what to look for. So basically one doesn't have to install each update at a time??? Thanks SIW2 for the answer.
Just install the most recent mediaSo basically one doesn't have to install each update at a time???
en-us_windows_10_consumer_editions_version_22h2_updated_feb_2024_x64_dvd_c937d96c.iso
See Download Windows 10 ISO File -TenForumsTutorials and use Option 1 or Option 2.
and then use that ISO in a Repair Install [aka In-place upgrade] - TenForumsTutorials
Do keep the ISO. It's useful. There are some faults that can only be solved by repeating the Repair install procedure - it is not a reinstallation but it overwrites all Windows' system files with new copies so you can run it if you ever suspect that any of them have been corrupted by mischance.
After you have reached Version 22H2, the only updates will be a monthly "Cumulative update" and some small updates [MSRT, .Net framework, ...] together with twice daily updates to the built-in anti-malware utility Defender.
Now, I have seen some people say that you need to update to Windows 10 Version 2004 [using a Version 2004 ISO] from one as old as yours and afterwards repeat the Repair install procedure with a current Version 22H2 ISO.
If that does prove to be necessary, Option 4 of that ISO tutorial will take you through getting the 2004 ISO.
When everything is done, it will be worth your time making an InstallationUSB from the Version 22H2 ISO. But it's not essential.
Create Bootable Installation USB - TenForumsTutorials
There are times when an InstallUSB can be useful such as booting from the InstallUSB to carry out Startup repairs.
Startup Repair - TenForumsTutorials
The only time when you would absolutely need to have an InstallUSB would be if you decided to do a full "Clean" install of Windows 10.
Clean Install - TenForumsTutorials
I would urge you to start making system images as soon as possible. They can turn a disaster into a mere inconvenience.
my ditty - File backup vs imaging, imaging utilities, backing up drivers [post #3] - TenForums
I also think it's well worth backing up your hardware drivers.
Backup and Restore Device Drivers - TenForumsTutorials
Best of luck,
Denis
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Denis,
Thank you for the concise instructions. This site is wonderful, but my gawd, it is a massive amount of information. To everyone who responded to me, thank you. I have a 32 GB USB stick available and will be trying to backup this computer before trying anything.
-andy
Andy,
Yes, this forum is very good.
If you do make your USB stick into an InstallUSB then you can use the rest of the space [probably 24GB-ish] for other things afterwards.
I've got my main application installation files on mine but it's a bit of a waste because I have them backed up on my main backup disks anyway.
All the best,
And thanks for the rep,
Denis
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