
Bittedness must also be identical: 32-bit media for a 32-bit install, 64-bit media for a 64-bit install. To accomplish this, you’ll need installation media for the same edition (Home, Pro, Enterprise, or Education), language (en-US for American English, for example), and build as the currently installed edition. It means running the Windows 10 installer for the same version/build that is currently running on the machine from inside Windows 10 itself. This technique essentially involves overwriting the current OS installation with a fresh new copy while leaving your data files, settings, and preferences alone.



Of 2 Step 3: In-place upgrade to current Windows 10 version
