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https://github.com/deadproject/unattendedwinstall
A PowerShell script that makes your Windows lighter, faster, and better during the Windows installation
https://github.com/deadproject/unattendedwinstall
answer-file autounattend autounattend-xml unattended-installation windows-10 windows-10-debloat windows-11 windows-11-debloat windows-tweaks
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A PowerShell script that makes your Windows lighter, faster, and better during the Windows installation
- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/deadproject/unattendedwinstall
- Owner: deadproject
- License: mit
- Created: 2024-11-28T17:48:45.000Z (about 2 months ago)
- Default Branch: main
- Last Pushed: 2025-01-14T00:40:24.000Z (3 days ago)
- Last Synced: 2025-01-14T01:28:15.388Z (3 days ago)
- Topics: answer-file, autounattend, autounattend-xml, unattended-installation, windows-10, windows-10-debloat, windows-11, windows-11-debloat, windows-tweaks
- Language: PowerShell
- Homepage:
- Size: 54.7 KB
- Stars: 0
- Watchers: 1
- Forks: 0
- Open Issues: 0
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Metadata Files:
- Readme: README.md
- License: LICENSE.md
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README
# Project's Unattended Windows installation
## Introduction
UnattendedWinstall leverages Microsoft's [Answer Files](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-hardware/manufacture/desktop/update-windows-settings-and-scripts-create-your-own-answer-file-sxs?view=windows-11) (or Unattend files) to automate and customize Windows installations. It enables modifications to Windows Settings and Packages directly in the Windows ISO during setup.
**!Note**
This is Answer file Created by Project,its just Verison of Memory tech tips for my personal use
### Why Use an Answer File?
#### Security
- Provides transparency by allowing inspection of all changes in the answer file.
- Runs directly on official Windows ISOs from Microsoft, eliminating the need for unofficial sources.
- Utilizes a Microsoft-supported feature designed for streamlined mass deployment of Windows installations.
#### Automation
- Enables automated configuration across multiple devices, saving time and effort by eliminating repetitive manual setups.
### Versions
[](https://github.com/deadproject/UnattendedWinstall/releases/tag/v1.1.0)
[](https://github.com/deadproject/UnattendedWinstall/releases/tag/v1.0.0)
> [!NOTE]
> UnattendedWinstall has been tested and optimized for personal use. For those interested in customizing further, [create your own answer file](https://schneegans.de/windows/unattend-generator/)
> This answer file was created for my personal use, based on Schneegans' project and inspired by [Memory Tech Tips Answer File](https://github.com/memstechtips/UnattendedWinstall)
## **Installing Windows with an Answer File**
In short, you need to include the `autounattend.xml` answer file on your Windows Installation Media so it can be read and executed during the Windows Setup. Here are a few ways to do it:
> [!NOTE]
> - The filename included on the root of the Windows Installation Media must be `autounattend.xml` or else it won't execute.
### Method 1: Create a Bootable Windows Installation Media
1. Download your preferred `autounattend.xml` file and save it on your computer.
2. Create a [Windows 10](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows10) or [Windows 11](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows11) Bootable Installation USB drive with [Rufus](https://rufus.ie/en/) or the Media Creation Tool.
> [!IMPORTANT]
> - Some users have reported issues with the Media Creation Tool when creating the Windows Installation USB. Use it at your own discretion.
> - When using Rufus, don’t select any of the checkboxes in “Customize Your Windows Experience” as it creates another `autounattend.xml` file that might overwrite settings in the UnattendedWinstall file.
3. Copy the `autounattend.xml` file you downloaded in Step 1 to the root of the Bootable Windows Installation USB you created in Step 2.
4. Boot from the Windows Installation USB, do a clean install of Windows as normal, and the scripts will run automatically.
### Method 2: Create a Custom ISO File
1. Download your preferred `autounattend.xml` file and save it on your computer.
2. Download the [Windows 10](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows10) or [Windows 11](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows11) ISO file depending on the version you want.
3. Download and Install [AnyBurn](https://anyburn.com/download.php)
- In AnyBurn, select the “Edit Image File” option.
- Navigate to and select the Official Windows ISO file you downloaded in Step 2.
- Click on “Add” and select the `autounattend.xml` file you downloaded in Step 1 or just click and drag the `autounattend.xml` into the AnyBurn window.
- Click on “Next,” then on “Create Now.” You should be prompted to overwrite the ISO file, click on “Yes.”
- Once the process is complete, close AnyBurn.
4. Use the ISO file to Install Windows on a Virtual Machine OR use a program like [Rufus](https://rufus.ie/en/) or [Ventoy](https://github.com/ventoy/Ventoy) to create a bootable USB flash drive with the edited Windows ISO file.
> [!IMPORTANT]
> - When using Rufus, don’t select any of the checkboxes in “Customize Your Windows Experience” as it creates another `autounattend.xml` file that might overwrite settings in the UnattendedWinstall file.
5. Boot from the Windows Installation USB, do a clean install of Windows as normal, and the scripts will run automatically.
### Feedback and Community
If you have feedback, suggestions, or need help with UnattendedWinstall, please feel free to join the discussion on GitHub or our Discord community:
[![Join Discord Community])](https://discord.gg/EzHu6tw5PQ)
## Requirements
- Windows 10 or Windows 11
- *(Tested on Windows 10 22H2 & Windows 11 24H2)*
- *(32-bit, 64-bit and arm64 is supported)*
### Sources and Contributions
Click to Show
- **Base Answer File Generation**:
- [Schneegans Unattend Generator](https://schneegans.de/windows/unattend-generator/)
### Key Features
- Ability to choose Windows Edition (Pro is not enforced anymore as in v1.0.0)
- Allows execution of PowerShell scripts by default
- bypass the online account
- bypass the Wi-Fi selection
- bypass windows 11 requirements (tpm, secure boot, etc)
- add the ability to Sign in with local account
- Sets privacy-related registry keys to disable telemetry
- Configures Windows services for optimal performance
- Enables the Ultimate Performance power plan
- Limits Windows Update to install only security updates for two year
- Support Arm, amd/intel 64 bit, amd/intel 32 bit
- Apps preinstalled
- Microsoft edge
- terminal
- notepad (modern)
- media player (modern)
- photos
- What else?
- remove home & gallery from file Explorer
- remove home page from settings
**Made by Project**
**UnattendedWinstall**
> [!NOTE]
> You need to reboot your system after the first logon, so the UanttendedScript.ps1 can apply the necessary system changes.