I have problems with updating Windows

Question

I have Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC, I can't reinstall Windows with files saved. I installed Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC Evaluation. But it says that it is impossible to save files because the versions do not match. And Windows LTSC is simply without Evaluation.

Answer 1

Have you tried activating the evaluation version with a genuine license key? For window 10 Enterprise LTSC you can only get these through an enterprise agreement, I believe.

Answer 2

Hello

The issue arises because the LTSC Evaluation version and the full LTSC version are considered different, and thus, you can’t perform an in-place upgrade while keeping your files.

 

Here are a few steps you can try to resolve this:

 

Backup Your Data: Before proceeding with any updates or installations, ensure all your important files are backed up to an external drive or cloud storage.

 

Check Compatibility: Verify that the version of Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC you are trying to install matches the architecture (32-bit or 64-bit) and edition of your current installation.

 

In-Place Upgrade: If you have access to the full version of Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC (not the Evaluation version), you can perform an in-place upgrade. Here’s how:

Copy the installation files to a folder on your desktop.

Run setup.exe from the installation files.

Choose the option to keep your personal files and apps during the setup process.

 

Product Key: If the option to keep personal files and apps is grayed out, you might need to use a product key switch during the setup process.