- Before you begin
Make sure you have:
- An internet connection (internet service provider fees may apply).
- Sufficient data storage available on a computer, USB or external drive for the download.
- A blank USB flash drive with at least 5 GB of space or blank DVD (and DVD burner) if you want to create media. We recommend using a blank USB or blank DVD, because any content on it will be deleted.
- 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.
Check these things on the PC where you want to install Windows 10:
- 64-bit or 32-bit processor (CPU). You’ll create either the 64-bit or 32-bit version of Windows 10 that’s appropriate for your CPU. To check this on your PC, go to PC info in PC settings or System in Control Panel, and look for System type.
- System requirements. See the system requirements before installing Windows 10. We also recommend that you visit your PC manufacturer's website for info about updated drivers and hardware compatibility.
- Language in Windows. You'll need to choose the same language when you install Windows 10. To see what language you're currently using, go to Time and language in PC settings or Region in Control Panel.
- Edition of Windows. You should also choose the same edition of Windows. 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. Windows 10 Enterprise isn’t available here. Please see the Volume Licensing Service Center for more information.
- Microsoft Office products. If you just purchased a new device that includes Office 365, we recommend redeeming (installing) Office before upgrading to Windows 10. To redeem your copy of Office, please see Download and install Office 365 Home, Personal, or University on your PC. For more information, check How to upgrade to Windows 10 on new devices that include Office 365.
If you have Office 2010 or earlier and choose to perform a clean install of Windows 10, you will need to locate your Office product key. For tips on locating your product key, check Find your Office 2010 product key or Enter the product key for your Office 2007 program.
To use the media creation tool, visit the Microsoft Software Download Windows 10 page from a Windows 7, Windows 8.1 or Windows 10 device. You can use this page to download a disc image (ISO file) that can be used to install or reinstall Windows 10. The image can also be used to create installation media using a USB flash drive or DVD. Microsoft Windows 10 Installation / Media Creation Tool The media creation tool can be used to upgrade your current PC to Windows 10 or to create a USB or DVD and install Windows 10 on a different. Apr 24, 2019 If you do a clean install with the Media Creation Tool, it defaults to Windows 10 Home instead of offering Pro, even with a valid Pro or Enterprise key.
On that website, you can s elect a version of Windows and create your own installation media using either a USB flash drive or a DVD. To go directly to one of the versions, select one of these links: Windows 7; Windows 8.1; Windows 10 (Then select Download tool now.).
The day has finally come. This is the day we all have been waiting for the past few months, and it’s here. Microsoft has started rolling out the final version (RTM) of Windows 10 in waves to users who have registered for the free upgrade.
By now, many of you probably have upgraded your Windows 7 or Windows 8.1 installation to Windows 10 for free and now looking for a clean install of Windows 10.
Windows 10 Pro Media Tool Download
Media Creation Tool to download Windows 10 ISO from Microsoft
To help all users who have upgraded from Windows 7 and Windows 8/8.1 to Windows 10, Microsoft has just released Windows 10 Media Creation Tool to allow users download Windows 10 ISO directly from Microsoft, without having to enter the Windows 10 Product Key.
The Media Creation Tool for Windows 10 can be used to download the following editions of Windows 10 in both 32-bit and 64-bit versions:
# Windows 10 Home
# Windows 10 Home N
# Windows 10 Home Single Language
# Windows 10 Pro
# Windows Pro N
Besides allowing you to download Windows 10 ISO from Microsoft without the product key, the Media Creation Tool also allows you upgrade your current installation to Windows 10.
Luckily, the Media Creation Tool can also be used to download Windows 10 ISO file for another PC as well, which means if you have a PC without an internet connection, Media Creation Tool can be used to download Windows 10 ISO for that PC as well.
Important: Starting November 2015, there is no option in Media Creation Tool to download Home and Pro ISO images separately. You just need to select Windows 10 in Edition field. This ISO includes both Home and Pro ISO images. If you want to install only the Pro edition, please refer to our how to select Pro edition while installing Windows 10 guide for detailed instructions.
After downloading the Windows 10 ISO file, you can use the same Media Creation Tool to create bootable DVD or bootable USB of Windows 10.
More importantly, while installing Windows 10, you will not need to enter a product key to activate your copy of Windows 10 if you have previously upgraded from Windows 7 or Windows 8.1 to Windows 10 on the same PC.
Unlike before, there is no separate Media Creation Tool for 64-bit. Microsoft has now included both 64-bit and 32-bit in a single installer, meaning the tool that you download from the below link is compatible with both 32-bit and 64-bit Windows.
Download Media Creation Tool
There are two versions of Media Creation Tool for Windows 10. One is for 32-bit version of Windows, and another is for 64-bit Windows. So be sure to download the right version of Media Creation Tool for Windows 10 from the download page (link available at the end of this article).
As you would expect, you need to run the Media Creation tool for Windows 10 with admin rights.
Microsoft Windows 10 Pro Media Creation Tool
Have fun with Windows 10!