Uw-FixOs

UnattendedWinstall is a Windows automation tool that leverages Microsoft's Answer Files to customize and streamline Windows installations. This tool allows for deep system configurations during installation, including a host of optimizations, privacy adjustments, and more.

Additionally, FixOs is now part of the UnattendedWinstall project, enhancing the post-installation experience by applying various fixes to ensure a smoother and more efficient Windows environment.

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Key Features

UnattendedWinstall:

• Windows Edition Selection: You can select the preferred Windows edition (no longer restricted to Pro).
• PowerShell Scripts: Automatically run custom PowerShell scripts during installation to configure the system further.
• Bypass Setup Requirements:
  • Skip online account setup.
  • Skip Wi-Fi setup.
  • Bypass Windows 11 hardware checks (TPM, Secure Boot, etc.).
• System Optimization:
  • Disable telemetry through registry tweaks.
  • Enable the Ultimate Performance power plan for high-performance tasks.
  • Configure Windows services for optimal performance and minimal background processes.
  • Limit Windows Updates to only security updates for two years.
• Pre-installed Apps:
  • Microsoft Store
  • Microsoft Edge
  • Modern Notepad
  • Modern Media Player
  • Photos App
• File Explorer Tweaks:
  • Remove Home and Gallery from the File Explorer view.
  • Remove the Home page from Windows Settings.
  • Open File Explorer to This PC instead of Quick access.

FixOs Integration:

FixOs brings a set of post-installation tweaks to further refine the user experience. Some of the key features of FixOs include:

• Privacy Enhancements: Further reduces telemetry, disables unneeded background services, and ensures the system runs with minimal data collection.
• Performance Tweaks: Applies additional settings to optimize startup times, reduce bloatware, and fine-tune Windows performance for efficiency.
• Security Fixes: Patches common system vulnerabilities, ensuring the system stays secure with minimal intervention.

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Installation Instructions

Method 1: Create a Bootable Windows Installation USB

1. Download autounattend.xml: Download the preferred autounattend.xml configuration file from the project repository.
2. Create a Bootable Windows USB:
   • Use Rufus or the Media Creation Tool to create a bootable USB drive.
   • Important: Avoid selecting any checkboxes in the "Customize Your Windows Experience" section when using Rufus to prevent overwriting your settings.
3. Copy autounattend.xml to the root of your USB.
4. Install Windows: Boot from the USB and perform a clean Windows installation. The scripts will run automatically during setup.

Method 2: Create a Custom Windows ISO

1. Download autounattend.xml: Download the autounattend.xml from the repository.
2. Download the Official Windows ISO from Microsoft for your desired version.
3. Modify the ISO:
   • Use AnyBurn to add autounattend.xml to the root of the ISO.
4. Create a Bootable USB: Use Rufus or Ventoy to make a bootable USB from the edited ISO.
5. Install Windows: Boot from the USB and complete the installation. The script will run automatically.

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Additional Notes

• Tested Versions:
  • Windows 10 (Tested on 22H2)
  • Windows 11 (Tested on 24H2)
  • Supports 32-bit, 64-bit, and ARM architectures.

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Feedback & Community

If you have any questions, feedback, or suggestions, feel free to join our community on Discord or participate in the discussions on GitHub.

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Contributors & Sources

• Base Answer File Generator: Schneegans Unattend Generator
• FixOs Integration: A collection of post-installation fixes to improve Windows performance and security.