The announcement of Windows 11 24H2 is near. Preparations are accelerating and mysterious installation ISOs are now available for download.
According to recent information, Microsoft has already asked OEMs to prepare drivers compatible with this new version of Windows 11 while at the same time ISO installation files are being prepared. Links to these ISOs have even appeared on Microsoft’s servers, suggesting that the release of the operating system is very close. imminent release.
Windows 11 24H2, installation ISOs are available for download.
An ISO file named X23-81971_26100.1742.240906-0331.ge_release_svc_refresh_CLIENT_CONSUMER_x64FRE_en-us.iso has been spotted on the servers of the software giant (Reddit). It is clearly associated with Windows 11 24H2 but its naming suggests that it is probably an internal or OEM version intended for testing. Some also put forward the hypothesis of a “Refresh” version for equipment manufacturers. If a quick search on the Web allows you to find the download link, be careful because it is not recommended to use an OEM ISO on a production PC knowing that we are in a preparation and testing framework. Malfunctions are possible.
The official release of Windows 11 24H2 seems imminent. In addition to the availability of ISO files, Microsoft has also updated the Hardware Test Kit (HLK) for this release and invites developers to test their drivers and hardware.
No need for a Microsoft account
The first returns come with good news. The “BypassNRO” command, to bypass the network and Microsoft account login requirement during OOBE (Out-of-Box Experience) installation, is still functional in these OEM versions of Windows 11 24H2.
This command is very useful because it allows users to configure their PC with a local account. without linking their Microsoft account, an option that some feared would disappear.
Finally Windows 11 24H2 also seems to automatically enable device encryption via BitLocker during a new installation. If this security is not necessary, it is possible to deactivate it in the system settings after the initial configuration of the PC. Let’s hope, however, that Microsoft has improved performance.
