[Download] Windows 11 24H2 ISO Officially on Microsoft Servers

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Microsoft’s biggest update of the year — Windows 11 24H2 — is just around the corner. Looks like the Windows 11 24H2 stable builds are already seeding at Microsoft servers as the ISOs can be downloaded publicly. This is not the Insider build, but rather the stable release.

This time around, there are more than just two variants of Windows 11 ISOs. The naming scheme has also changed. The standard version is named Windows 11 Consumer Edition, which suggest retail variant available to all new PCs and Windows 10 upgrades alike. Windows 11 (IoT) Enterprise LTSC 2024 ISO and Windows Server 2025 ISO is also available for download. The ARM64 versions can be installed on ARM based PCs like Snapdragon X Elite, featuring all the Copilot + Recall features.

The public release was initially set for September 2024. However, it may have been pushed to as soon as October 2424 first week. Regardless, Windows 24H2 can be yours in September itself by downloading the ISO builds from below.

As for the features, the update is unofficially termed AI PCs, as it packs tons of AI features including Copilot + Recall. Its prominent feature is the Copilot App, which allows users to interact with an AI model powered by OpenAI’s GPT-4 technology. This app can be freely positioned on the screen and enables natural voice conversations, as well as integrations with Windows Context Copilot to process content from any window, and a Power Automate Plugin for local task automation.

Here’s a quick demo of what Microsoft’s Copilot can do:

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— Microsoft Copilot (@MSFTCopilot) May 20, 2024

Another feature for Copilot+ PCs powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Series chips is AI Super Resolution, which leverages the onboard NPU to upscale resolution in supported games.

While these AI-powered capabilities are limited to the new Copilot+ hardware, the broader Windows 11 24H2 update includes several other enhancements. This especially improves the gaming performance and fixes the ever-lasting AMD GPU issues and also NVIDIA. This update should significantly boost performance of your PC.

The 24H2 update also supports Wi-Fi 7 connectivity, a scrollable quick settings menu, the ability to create 7-zip and TAR archives directly in File Explorer, and the availability of the “sudo” command for elevated privileges. It introduces HDR background support to enhance the visual quality of the operating system.

Windows 11 24H2 Features

AI Explorer: A searchable memory function that allows users to search for past activities on their computer using natural language. It can access and organize information across apps, documents, photos, and webpages.
Live Captions with translation: Live captions will be able to translate spoken language in real-time.
Generative AI on device: Some generative AI features, like Copilot for text suggestions, will be able to run locally on devices with supported neural processing units (NPUs) for faster performance.
Copilot App: A new app that can be moved anywhere on the screen and uses OpenAI’s GPT-4o model. It allows users to share their screen and interact with the AI model using natural voice conversation. The app also includes a “Windows Context Copilot” plugin to capture content from any window and process the information, as well as a Power Automate Plugin to automate local tasks on Windows 11 .
AI Super Resolution (Copilot+ PC Exclusive): An AI-powered feature that uses the onboard NPU to upscale resolution in supported games. This feature is exclusive to Snapdragon X series PCs .
Improved Context Menu: The context menu will now include labels to easily identify what each button does, addressing user feedback .
Recall (Copilot+ PC Exclusive): A feature that captures screenshots and indexes their contents for later searches. This feature is exclusive to Copilot+ PCs with the new Qualcomm Snapdragon X Series processors .
Wi-Fi 7 Support: Windows 11 24H2 includes support for Wi-Fi 7, which promises faster and more reliable wireless connectivity.
Scrollable Quick Settings Menu: Users can now scroll through the quick settings menu to access more options.
7-Zip and TAR Archives in File Explorer: Users can create 7-zip and TAR archives directly in File Explorer.
“Sudo” Command: The “sudo” command is now available in Windows 11, allowing users to run commands with elevated privileges.
HDR Background Support: Windows 11 24H2 includes support for HDR backgrounds, enhancing the visual quality of the operating system.
Other Changes: The update includes various other improvements and bug fixes, such as a new Energy Saver mode, Windows Protected Print Mode, and enhanced testing tools for sound settings .

Download Windows 11 24H2 ISO using Media Creation Tool

Update: Windows 11 24H2 officially released today. You can now officially get the ISO from Microsoft itself using Media Creation Tool or Installation Assistant or the direct ISO listed below.

Use the Media Creation Tool or Installation Assistant. Download the Media Creation Tool or Installation Assistant by visiting the link and when prompted, choose “Upgrade this PC”.

Follow the instructions which will keep all your current files, programs, and settings. The Installation Assistant works similarly but does not give you the option to create a bootable media or save the ISO.

Download Windows 11 ISO 24H2

Windows 11 24H2 will be released in two categories. One will be for Copilot+ PCs with all the exclusive AI features like Copilot+ Recall and AI Super Resolution. The other version will be for non-AI PCs which will include the rest of the features, excluding some AI capabilities.

Here is the Windows 11 24H2 ISO available for download and manually install it.