Personalized 32GB USB Windows setup + troubleshooting
Personalized 32GB USB Windows setup + troubleshooting
Hello, I'm currently putting together a software bundle for a 32GB USB drive that will replace all my existing USBs. I've created an EFI file and a bootable media with Windows 10 1803 x64 (both 32-bit and 64-bit) preloaded with ready-made autounattended files, plus combined client and business ESD images—home pro and enterprise versions—along with setup scripts that handle updates, Office 2016 with updates, popular apps like Chrome, 7z, Adobe Reader, Vcpp, dx, and more. I also have a SAD3 script for drivers, an OOBE script to manage background processes based on MBO manufacturer, and a script to silence unwanted sounds. After installation, the PC will restart and perform a defrag, then shut down automatically. You simply boot from the USB, select the partition, and after 2–3 hours it finishes without any user interaction. Several bootable PE images—such as Gandalfs, DLC1, Hirens Mini 7, Windows 10 PE—are also available from a secure UEFI. Specialized bootable media like PartedMagic, Ultimate Boot CD, Comodo Live AV, and others are included too. Hiren's menu will now feature fresh tools: updated Nirsoft packages, new diagnostic utilities, RemoteConnect solutions, and more. If you're interested in contributing or testing, I can share a torrent (about 30GB). Current videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOurck0...rkB9IIUL7g If you'd like additional images, videos, or more details, just let me know. Feel free to mention any program or app that helped with your diagnostics or repairs so I can add it to the collection.
I've refreshed the Windows setup with fresh windows and office patches, plus updated several programs. The test run was completed on A785GXH/128M Athlon II x2 240 with 4GB DDR2 SSD. Installation began at 12:00 (3 AM PC time), using automatic unattended for En-US x64 Pro Windows. Chose the desired windows and disk, then let automation handle the rest. After a brief restart at 12:12 and another at 13:31, the system shut down at 4:31 PM. Installed updates included .NET 3.5 and DX9c, all during the automated process. The whole process lasted about two hours, including capturing images, but it took only around 15 minutes of my effort. Internet usage was minimal since updates came from a USB drive.
Compiled the most recent updated release. Includes newest Windows and Office patches such as the 3rd July office updates. New versions of FlashPlayer, Avast, Chrome, Firefox, and VCpp2017 are installed. Added drivers for AMD, NVIDIA, and Intel VGA, compressed using 1535MB 7z format. Updated databases for ClamWin antivirus, Malwarebytes, and SuperAntiSpyware, plus new database entries in the menu. Integrated Intel's system support utility and Lenovo's service bridge into Hiren's interface. Created a new README file in .docx format with enhanced details and images.
Another update has been compiled with September improvements for Windows and Office. MalwareDefender has been refreshed, AV tools updated, and new definitions added for SuperAntispyware, updated drivers, and installed software versions. This time the file was uploaded to Google Drive: first link and second link. You can download it using 7-Zip and follow the USB instructions provided. The latest version is expected around 1809 Windows. I also investigated VGA driver issues and found that AMD drivers sometimes struggle with older hardware IDs in newer versions. There are three driver packages for desktops, but the third one still includes IDs from previous models, which prevents full functionality even after installation. Removing old IDs didn’t help because the driver became unsigned. Signing drivers isn’t an option without a code signing certificate. Nvidia drivers require a separate package for outdated firmware. I’ll continue troubleshooting until the next release.
New update available for Windows 10 2004: skydec10 live OS based on 2004 x64. Programs and antivirus databases refreshed to June 2020. Links provided: z01 and z02. Additional info at the referenced forums page.