Download Windows AIK and How to Mount It?
Updated on Jun 26, 2024 | by Nick Jones
Before you do
To create a WinPE bootable media with Qiling Disk Master on Windows XP/2003/Vista/2008, you need to download Windows AIK.
| The Windows Automated Installation Kit (Windows AIK) | |||
| Version | Platform | Size | Link |
| 3.0 KB3AIK_EN.iso | Windows Server 2000, 2003, 2008, and Windows Home Server 2011, as well as Windows Small Business Server 2003, 2008, and 2011, and Windows 7, Vista, XP, and 2000 (both 32-bit and 64-bit versions) are supported. | 1.7GB | Download from Microsoft Download Center |
The Windows AIK, or Windows Automated Installation Kit, is a collection of tools that enables the configuration and deployment of the operating system to new hardware, primarily for OEMs and IT professionals. This allows for customization of the OS and creation of a WinPE bootable CD.
How to Install the Windows AIK ISO file?
After downloading the Windows AIK ISO file, you'll need a virtual CD-ROM software to install it on your computer. The installation process can then proceed as usual.
Step 1. Download the latest version of UltraISO and install it;
Step 2. Right click on Windows AIK ISO file->select UltraISO->Mount->the ISO file path, as the picture shows.
Step 3. selects "Run StartCD.exeTo install the Windows AIK, first, download the Windows AIK from Microsoft's official website. Once the download is complete, run the installer and follow the setup wizard to install the Windows AIK on your computer. This will add the necessary tools and components to your computer to work with Windows images.
NoteWindows AIK cannot be installed on Windows 8/8.1, Windows 2012 R2 or Windows 10, so if your system is Windows 8/10, you may need to use a virtual machine or a separate physical machine to install it.Download Windows ADK for creating bootable media.
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