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Minimizing Windows 10 usage *very strongly*

Minimizing Windows 10 usage *very strongly*

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Lord_Fistulor
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10-03-2016, 11:36 PM
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Hi, I'm working on downsizing my Windows 10 VMs. They're running on a main SSD and need more space since the mechanical HDDs are slow. Right now I have a 6GB drive with a few apps, leaving only 680MB free. I'm thinking about switching to Windows 7 or Linux, but I still want to keep Windows. My goal is to make them as small as possible. I've noticed some boot CDs that offer mini versions of Windows, like Mini Windows 10 which uses around 1GB RAM. Anyone know how to further trim the OS? I'm open to trying different approaches and want to remove unnecessary drivers and components. The VMs are running Windows 10 version 1511 (10586.104). I've tried Compact/compactos settings, but it's still a challenge. I need help with stripping non-essential drivers and reducing other system files. Thanks! Shaun
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Lord_Fistulor
10-03-2016, 11:36 PM #1

Hi, I'm working on downsizing my Windows 10 VMs. They're running on a main SSD and need more space since the mechanical HDDs are slow. Right now I have a 6GB drive with a few apps, leaving only 680MB free. I'm thinking about switching to Windows 7 or Linux, but I still want to keep Windows. My goal is to make them as small as possible. I've noticed some boot CDs that offer mini versions of Windows, like Mini Windows 10 which uses around 1GB RAM. Anyone know how to further trim the OS? I'm open to trying different approaches and want to remove unnecessary drivers and components. The VMs are running Windows 10 version 1511 (10586.104). I've tried Compact/compactos settings, but it's still a challenge. I need help with stripping non-essential drivers and reducing other system files. Thanks! Shaun

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Stearogue
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10-22-2016, 08:55 PM
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Have you explored options such as nLite for generating a Windows ISO without unnecessary components? Windows doesn’t automatically eliminate unused features when you request them removed.
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Stearogue
10-22-2016, 08:55 PM #2

Have you explored options such as nLite for generating a Windows ISO without unnecessary components? Windows doesn’t automatically eliminate unused features when you request them removed.

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Saricck
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10-25-2016, 09:49 PM
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Nitro is excellent. I'm combining it with Windows tools and am pleased with the reduction. Thanks, Mira.
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Saricck
10-25-2016, 09:49 PM #3

Nitro is excellent. I'm combining it with Windows tools and am pleased with the reduction. Thanks, Mira.

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RainyAzure
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10-27-2016, 07:28 AM
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Use the command to eliminate unnecessary drivers: rundll32.exe pnpclean.dll,RunDLL_PnpClean /DRIVERS /MAXCLEAN. Be aware this does not delete inbox drivers—those bundled with Windows—and will clear only manually installed drivers that aren’t needed by any active hardware. Make sure all connected devices are properly plugged in and recognized before executing the command.
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RainyAzure
10-27-2016, 07:28 AM #4

Use the command to eliminate unnecessary drivers: rundll32.exe pnpclean.dll,RunDLL_PnpClean /DRIVERS /MAXCLEAN. Be aware this does not delete inbox drivers—those bundled with Windows—and will clear only manually installed drivers that aren’t needed by any active hardware. Make sure all connected devices are properly plugged in and recognized before executing the command.

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