Download Windows 10 Anniversary Update official ISO files

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Published on August 2, 2016

published on August 2, 2016

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The big day is finally here! Microsoft should start pushing out the long-awaited Anniversary Update for Windows 10 to all eligible users today. But if you don’t want to wait for Windows 10 version 1607 to appear through Windows Update, official Anniversary Update ISO files are also available. With these, you can download the update right away.

For now, the download link only works for Windows 10 Enterprise, as you need to enter your business email to be able to download the ISO file. Of course, as soon as other download links become valid, we’re going to update this article so you can download the Anniversary Update for your version of Windows 10.

UPDATE: We finally managed to find links for downloading ISO files for each specific version. However, downloading ISOs still requires either a MSDN subscription, or using a Media Creation Tool. So, if you don’t have a MSDN subscription, the only way to download ISOs is by using the Media Creation Tool. As soon as we find individual links, we’ll update this article once again. Thanks for your patience!

UPDATE 2: Microsoft has made it much more easier to download the official ISO files for Windows 10 Anniversary Update version 1607. There are customers whose Windows machine may have issues with the Windows 10 media creation tool, so a very easy to follow page has been set up on the Microsoft Software Download Windows 10 site. Thus, follow the link from below and its steps to download a disc image (ISO file) that can be used to install or reinstall Windows 10 or to create installation media using a USB flash drive or DVD.

Official page for downloading ISO files for the Windows 10 Anniversary Update version 1607

As always, before proceeding towards the download itself, make sure you have an internet connection, sufficient data storage available on a computer, USB or external drive for the download, as well as a blank USB or DVD (and DVD burner) with at least 4 GB of space if you want to create media. Also, it is very important to know that the links provided by Microsoft are valid for 24 hours only from time of creation.

Download and install Windows 10 Anniversary Update

If you can’t wait for official links to be approved by Microsoft, famous leaker WZor already managed to upload his unofficial collection of Windows 10 Anniversary Update ISOs. Yo can download it from this link.

Download Windows 10 Home Anniversary Update ISO files

Windows 10 Home is the most basic version of Windows 10 aimed at less-advanced users. This version lacks some features included in other versions of the system, like the ability to edit Group Policies.

You can download both 64-bit and 32-bit versions of ISO files for the Anniversary Update for Windows 10 Home edition from here:

Download Windows 10 Pro Anniversary Update ISO files

Windows 10 Pro is the operating system for smaller companies and more advanced users. It contains all features users and business need, but the Anniversary Update brought a few restrictions with it.

You can download both 64-bit and 32-bit versions of ISO files for the Anniversary Update for Windows 10 Pro from here:

Windows 10 Enterprise Anniversary Update ISO files

Windows 10 Enterprise is aimed at bigger businesses and companies, where IT admins take care of computers.

You can download both 64-bit and 32-bit versions of ISO files for the Anniversary Update for Windows 10 Enterprise edition from here:

As we said, you’re going to need your business email address to be able to download Enterprise ISO files. Also, Microsoft noted that the media creation tool doesn’t work for this version.

Windows 10 Education Anniversary Update ISO files

You can download both 64-bit and 32-bit versions of ISO files for the Anniversary Update for Windows 10 Education edition from here:

The Anniversary Update isn’t the only thing Microsoft prepared for Windows 10 Education: Windows 10 Pro Education SKU was also announced. Read more about this OS here.

None of the ISO files are available on MSDN yet, but once again, we’re sure Microsoft will make it available as soon as version 1607 starts rolling out to first Windows 10 users.

Some early birds already managed to download and install the Anniversary Update on their computers, and changes are already visible. The Anniversary Update changed the way Start Menu looks, moved Taskbar Properties to the new UI, added a Win+F command that now opens the Feedback Hub, and many more changes

Speaking of the Anniversary Update, you think your computer is ready for it? Why don’t you check to make sure?

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Ivan Jenic

Windows Hardware Expert

Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting. When he's not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.