How to Convert install.esd to install.wim File on Windows 10

If you're planning to create a custom Windows 10 installation image, you may need to convert the install.esd file to the install.wim file. This can be a bit tricky, but it's essential if you want to customize your installation image and add your own drivers, updates, or software.

In this video, we'll show you how to convert the install.esd file to the install.wim file using the built-in DISM tool in Windows 10. DISM is a powerful command-line tool that can be used to manage and customize Windows images.

We'll walk you through the step-by-step process of using DISM to extract the install.wim file from the install.esd file. We'll show you how to open the Command Prompt with administrative privileges, how to navigate to the correct directory, and how to run the DISM command to extract the install.wim file.

We'll also provide some helpful tips and troubleshooting advice along the way. For example, we'll show you how to check the version of your Windows 10 installation image to make sure that you're using the correct DISM command.

By the end of the video, you'll have a clear understanding of how to convert the install.esd file to the install.wim file using DISM. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced user, our step-by-step instructions will help you complete the process with confidence.

Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction

0:28 What is install.esd and install.wim?

1:05 Using the Command Prompt with administrative privileges

1:42 Navigating to the correct directory

2:08 Running the DISM command to extract install.wim

3:27 Checking the version of your Windows 10 installation image

4:01 Troubleshooting common issues

4:50 Conclusion

The install.esd file is a compressed version of the install.wim file that contains the Windows operating system. Microsoft began using the install.esd file format in Windows 10 to save space on installation media, as it is more compact than the install.wim file. However, the install.esd file format can be more difficult to work with, as it requires additional steps to extract and customize the installation image.

In the video, we'll use the DISM tool to convert the install.esd file to the install.wim file. DISM is a command-line tool that is included with Windows 10, and it can be used to service and customize Windows images. We'll walk you through the steps of opening the Command Prompt with administrative privileges, navigating to the directory containing the install.esd file, and running the DISM command to extract the install.wim file.

We'll also provide some tips and troubleshooting advice along the way. For example, we'll show you how to check the version of your Windows 10 installation image to make sure that you're using the correct DISM command. We'll also provide some guidance on common issues that you may encounter during the conversion process.

It's important to note that the process of converting the install.esd file to the install.wim file can take some time, especially if you're working with a large installation image. Be patient and allow the process to complete before attempting to modify the installation image.

We hope this video helps you successfully convert the install.esd file to the install.wim file on Windows 10. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to leave them in the comments section below.

 

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