Once you have downloaded the Windows 10 VHD image, you can create a bootable VHD image using the following steps:
(Alternatively, advanced users can download pre-made evaluation VHDs from the Microsoft Developer portal, but creating your own ensures you have the latest version).
: While the primary download is an ISO, Microsoft often provides specific VM images (including VHD formats for Hyper-V) for testing web browsers or software environments. Alternative for Server : If you specifically need a server environment, the Windows Server 2022 Evaluation explicitly offers a direct VHD download for 64-bit editions. 2. Manual Installation (Native Boot VHD) windows 10 vhd image download install
command-line tool to add the VHD's Windows installation to your computer's boot menu. 3. Quick Actions for Existing VHDs
(Replace V: with the drive letter assigned to your attached VHD). Once you have downloaded the Windows 10 VHD
Once you identify the Index number (e.g., Index: 1 for Windows 10 Pro), apply the image to your VHD drive (e.g., V: ) using this command:
setup.exe /Image:"V:\" /Index:1 /Quiet /Compat IgnoreWarning /DynamicUpdate Disable Quick Actions for Existing VHDs (Replace V: with
At the "Install Now" screen, press SHIFT + F10 to open Command Prompt.