Microsoft provides "Windows 10 Development Environment" virtual machines that come pre-packaged as VHDs (for Hyper-V) or other VM formats. Microsoft Download Center
Use the to download the latest Windows 10 ISO file. Save the ISO to your computer. Step 2: Create a Custom VHD from a Windows 10 ISO
create partition primary format fs=ntfs quick label="Win10_VHD" assign letter="V" exit
If you plan to use Microsoft’s built-in Hyper-V hypervisor: windows 10 vhd image download install
: If using Native Boot, the VHD will automatically appear in your boot menu after installation.
Run the following command to find the correct Windows index inside the ISO: dism /Get-WimInfo /WimFile:E:\sources\install.wim Use code with caution.
Follow the wizard to name your VM and select (preferred for modern Windows 10 images). Step 2: Create a Custom VHD from a
diskpart select vdisk file="C:\VHD\Win10.vhdx" detach vdisk exit
For a permanent, activatable installation, you need an official Windows 10 ISO.
While Microsoft often pushes ISO files for installation, official VHD images are available primarily through resources or specialized Windows Enterprise evaluation centers. Recommended Sources: diskpart select vdisk file="C:\VHD\Win10
You are trying to boot a VHD on a UEFI system with BIOS-style boot, or vice versa. Fix: Ensure the VHD is initialized as GPT for UEFI systems, or MBR for legacy BIOS. Use diskpart → convert gpt or convert mbr before applying the image.
Search for the or the Windows 10 Virtual Machines section.