How to download and install Windows 10 Fall Creators Update

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Microsoft finally releases the freshest major update forWindows 10,the Fall Creators Update, on October 17. When the rollout officially starts, millions ofWindows 10users around the world will get the new version of the system. As there are multiple ways to obtain the new update, you can pick one that suits you.

How to download Windows 10 Fall Creators Update

There are two legitimate ways to obtain theFall Creators Update. And you’re probably familiar with both of them. Of course, we’re talking about updating throughWindows Updateand manually installing the update. And in case you’re not sure how todownloadit, we’ll be talking about it in a bit.

System requirements

But first, let’s quickly check thesystem requirements.System requirementshaven’t changedsince the Creators Update. So, if you’re running the current latest version ofWindows 10, you’ll also be able to run theFall Creators Update. Here’s the complete list, as a quick reminder:

So, if you’re a ‘regular’useryou probably won’t have any problems downloading and using theFall Creators Update. But, if you want to exploit the full potential ofWindows 10version 1710, you’re going to need much more than just minimumsystem requirements.

Of course, we’re talking about Mixed Reality and 3D objects. Which are, more or less, the main highlight of theFall Creators Update. To check if your computer is ready for Mixed Reality,downloadofficial Microsoft’s tool which will tell you exactly that.

Install through Windows Update

The most popular, easiest, and straightforward way toinstallWindows 10Fall Creators Update(and just about any other update) is throughWindows Update. If you choose toinstallthe new update like probably 90 percent of otherusers, you’re choosing the easy path. All you have to do is go toSettings>Update & securityand check for updates.

As soon as theFall Creators Updatebecomes available in your region, thedownloadprocess will start automatically. Just wait for everything todownloadandinstall, restart your computer, and follow further instructions. After the process is finished, you’ll end up with the freshlyinstalledFall Creators Updateon your computer. As simple as that.

But knowing the nature ofWindows 10and its updates, there’s a chance you won’t be getting the Creators Update on the very first day of its availability. We’re not going to discuss reasons, as there are a couple of them. But if you don’t want to wait for the update to eventually appear inWindows Update, there’s another way toinstallit.

Install Manually

As soon as Windows 10 Creators Update becomes available, Microsoft will also releaseinstallationfiles. You’ll be able to obtain them from Microsoft’s site (link still unavailable). You’ll get theinstallationfiles in form of a Media Creation tool. When you start the tool, you can choose whether you just want todownloadtheISO file, andmounttheUSBlater, or create aninstallationmedia right on the spot.

If you’re not sure how to perform the whole process, you can check out our article about installingWindows 10 Creators Update manually. The procedure is pretty much the same.

That’s about it. We hope you’ll get the Creators Update on time and that it will serve you well. If you have any questions, just let us know in the comments section below.

How to download and install Windows 10 Fall Creators Update#

How to download Windows 10 Fall Creators Update#

Install through Windows Update#

Install Manually#

How to download and install Windows 10 Fall Creators Update

How to download Windows 10 Fall Creators Update

Install through Windows Update

Install Manually