I really must be missing something, When do I run MSMG? The video starts with a full on W10 installed with software. Other methods say stop it at a certain point and go to Audit mode? Do I skip that crap and boot through everything, set up my machine, install everything I want then run MSMG?
Now that refreshed release of 15063 came out with updated Store Component versions, will MSMG Toolkit support it for Store Component removals?
Using the ToolKit Pack .tpk format to create the add-on we need to capture the files from a existing system containing the VC++ Redist and each time for updating also we need to do it from scratch. Right now I don't have much time to create/tryout but if you want a easy way just copy the folder structure to CustomFiles folder and use the Integrate Custom Files Menu and then Import the VC++ Redist Registry contents to the image. This may work but don't know if it creates a folder permission bug or not.
- The ToolKit is used for servicing an offline Windows Image on a Live Windows System, so you require a Windows 8.1/10 HOST System as Windows 7 HOST sometimes doesn't work well with the latest DISM tools. - The ToolKit Documentation PDF gives basic idea about how to use the ToolKit and is yet to be updated to the latest version. - The Video Tutor gives a basic idea or the order of using the ToolKit to service a Windows 10 Image and it's the second video as the order has been changing due to the way the Windows 10 Updates are delivered. - Don't get confused with the Audit method as it's for Advanced users who want to reduce the steps required for servicing the Image.
Did tested the ToolKit with the latest Windows 10 RS2 refreshed June 2017 image and the Apps and Components removal works fine without any issues.
Updated the ToolKit to v7.5 Changelog v7.5 + Updated the ToolKit to Support Windows 10/Server 2016 Source OS Images with Updated Image ServicePackBuild Version Due to Cumulative Update Integration. + Updated the Feature "Integrate Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5" to Integrate Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 Components for Windows 10 Redstone 3 Insider Preview Build 16226 Source OS. + Updated the Microsoft .NET Framework 4.7 Pack (Windows 8.1/Server 2012 R2) for MSMG ToolKit with New Compressed CAB Files. + Updated the Microsoft .NET Framework 4.7 Pack (Windows 10 RS1/Server 2016) for MSMG ToolKit with New Compressed CAB Files. + Updated the Feature "Integrate Default Metro Apps" with New Apps Dependency Packages Integration. + Updated Windows Sidebar Pack for MSMG ToolKit with New Fixes (Thanks to MDL Member : Kenafri). + Fixed a Bug in the Feature "Remove Default Metro Apps", Where the Confirmation Query Message was Miss-placed for Remove All Apps and Remove All Apps Expect Store App. + Updated the Feature "Remove Default Metro Apps" to Remove Get Help, Print 3D and Xbox TCUI Apps for Windows 10 Redstone 3 Insider Preview Build 16226 Source OS. + Updated the Feature "Remove Windows Components" to Support Windows 10 Redstone 3 Insider Preview Build 16226 Source OS. Note: - Now the Default Metro Apps for W81/W10 RS1/RS2 OS are available in the ToolKit Download Links. - Most of the Windows 10 RS2 Apps does work with RS1 and so I have put these Apps into a Common Folder and the Apps which work only on RS1/RS2 have been put under RS1/RS2 folder. - One/Two Apps related to W81/W10 needs to be uploaded and will be uploaded soon. - I have tested the ToolKit to Integrate Default Metro Features with Windows 10 Enterprise 2016 LTSB image and All Apps are working when the OS is Installed, The Store Apps works on a second boot. - Now the ToolKit supports Windows 10 Redstone 3 InsiderPreivew Source OS and Removing All Apps/Windows Components work but Hyper-V and Internet Explorer gives error even though the sub-package does exist. - In Windows 10 Redstone 3 InsiderPreivew Source OS there are two Connect App Shortcuts in the Start Menu out of which one is having a Blank White Icon and Removing the Connect Metro App doesn't remove the App having a Blank White Icon.
@MSMG the cool thing I like is you're thinking beyond just removing stuff out of Windows, but also added more options to add stuff into Windows now with MSMG (beyond just updates or .net packs or alike). Good to see you have added a few more packs, including the metro apps. I believe it easier, as well as smarter to build up Windows, as opposed to just hacking away. Which means starting with Enterprise LTSB and adding what I want. Keep up the good work
Does it make difference I used actual integrate windows update NetFX 4.7 instead of the one in the MSMG?
Yes you can use the Windows Update NetFX 4.7 cab/msu, just copy the file to updates folder and use Integrate Windows Updates Menu.
i think i got error in toolkit 7.5 trying integrade the new update of win 10 1703 ....:/ the specify package is not applicable.??? is this cauze i use .msu and not .cab?
Tested Toolkit 7.5 on latest refresh (June 2017) Windows 10 RS2 ISO and used the option to remove All Apps Except Store App, after a fresh install on a VM i noticed the next Metro APPS are still there: Get Office App, OneNote, Skype Preview, Photos and Weather It is weird, because according to the Toolkit they got removed just fine so my guess there is something new you also need to remove in the refresh iso?
This is a good, to the point, Simple person language Answer. Thank You Any software I shouldn't install before running The Toolkit? I'm on a domain, Add or leave off? I need a custom Default profile for everyone, Any help here?