First time installing this, v 4.3 and I am blown away by the performance boost. It really is amazing, what you guys are doing!! I do however have one small issue: your graphical elements. They are so 2003. Especially the Wallpaper/Splash screen image. We can choose our own desktop background images and our own lock screen background images BUT we are NOT able to change the windows Welcome screen. That's the screen that is visible briefly AFTER the manufacturers boot logo is displayed upon booting but, BEFORE the login screen. Basically it shows your account image, the "Welcome" message and the round progress spinning dots. It is NOT the lockscreen image, because that you can select yourself and providing you do not power off the pc, it displays our chosen image. But as soon as you restart or power on the pc, it reverts back to YOUR image and not the one we chose. One should be able to change it since YOU have changed it from the Windows default image. I apologize and acknowledge that this is a personal preference subjective issue, but I personally find your graphics horrendously painful to the eye.
I found the image file I'm refering to, "img100.jpg", in Windows/Web/Screen & in Windows/WinSxS/amd64_microsoft-windows-t..nbackgrounds-client ....... I've substituted it for my own image with same name, but yours still persists. I've cleared every cache imaginable too. What gives? Is it saved somewhere else with a different name? I'll keep digging!! 😂😂
Oki, so now I've searched my entire system for images of various formats, and considering I am running Filmora, Illustrator & Photoshop with huge asset libraries, it's taken some time, But I can not find your image at all. Which leads me to suspect that maybe you have bundled it into the GBRT? That's naughty, if that's the case. Also the time & date are displayed differently than the systems. I hate 12hr clocks! Grrrrrrrrrrrr. Limiting our ability to customize this is a "Microsft" move. 🥲
Hi James, re my new mini pc (Ryzen 9 Minisforum Elite UM 980 Pro) . So happy to report that after 5 days I have found no issues whatsoever with your Optimum Pro 23H2 v5, it's running smooth as a baby's bum. but no surprise there. I was however totally unprepared for it installing in just 3 mins flat though, at first i thought something had gone wrong. My old FX 8350 potato is now enjoying retirement, Again so many thanks for your work and dedication. BTW it did come with Win 11 preinstalled, that I wiped off without even using it at all because I was so confident with your X-Lite. For the doubters out there take notice.
this is cool, thanks, my windows 10 were soo laggy but now when i installed Optimum 11 v4 24H2 pro, it's not laggy at all, thanks for this custom windows 11 build:D
My Fam. you're still doing good and going strong, Your wife and kids/family must be so very proud of you, I know I'm so very proud of you. I feel like such a bad friend, we've never met face to face, but you know I think of you has a very dear friend and a part of my family, I can tell you do all you can to do right by anyone who put their faith in you whether here or on TeamOS and I really want to support you more in whatever way I can. I really want you to succeed beyond your wildest dreams because you're one of those people who really deserves and by the way I am on TeamOS, I'm never afraid to speak my mind, I mean every I type.. Say hello to your wife for me and big hugs to her you and your precious kids. 🥰🥰🥰🧡🧡👋👋
Getting v4 now. I will tell you how impressed I am, after installation, and running it for a bit. :) BTW, thanks for all your hard work. I wish M$ took as much pride in their OS as you take into making their OS better.
Update: Installed flawlessly. Was easily able to get printer(s) installed and GPU drivers installed. Everything is just so much smoother, and faster, than what M$ does. Performed a virus and malware scan, just to be on the safe side. Nothing was found. Was able to get system up and running, with all software I use (games included), in less than an hour. And yes, I was able to fully register it, using my normal information. (In case anybody wonders about that)I am absolutely loving this and will recommend to everybody I can. Thank You
it's because the modern notepad app isn't pre-installed. Installing it will restore the context menu entries. You can download the modern notepad app from our website, or via the MS Store.
@@WindowsX-Lite Thank you very much! Today I tested your build, it is much better than my 10 Windows, although I have the ltsc version and the addition with Revi OS. Simultaneous playback of TH-cam video 5 tabs in Chrome on your 11 showed 835.2 megabytes, and on my system with 10 Windows the same test 2083.4 megabytes. Now I will install your build. Which version do you generally recommend installing 23H2 or 24H2? And as I understand it, the difference between Home and Pro is small, on Pro there is Bitlocker, sandbox and remote desktop management.
@@dimonbaly6885 Exactly. There is NO performance or resource use difference between editions of Windows. So I recommend installing the edition you have a license for, or the edition your laptop came with. On my own PCs I'm using mostly 24H2, but am still using older builds of 22H2 as well.
@@WindowsX-Lite I also tested your script, which removes the Home tab from the settings. It does not work on this version, I made the changes manually myself.
Windows 11 pro 4.1 works perfectly, as do all other versions. Make a backup first of your drivers before you install anything else. Then you restore all drivers very easily. Then it is required that you read up and are used to users, so you understand what to do in case of problems. I have tested almost all versions and must commend James for his interest and knowledge. Ask relevant questions and stop criticizing the creator. There is a risk that he will give up smaller editions. V24H2 is a test edition and can cause many errors, if in doubt, install 23H2 Optimum. Drive hard James.
Thanks Bert! I test my releases extensively in VM and live PC installs to make sure they are working as intended! Glad they are working well for you, thanks for the feedback and support!
We remove / disable as much bloat and telemetry as possible without sacrificing feature or function for the majority of users needs :). Our Optimum and Ultimate Builds are fully updatable via manual, or automatic updates.
@@WindowsX-Lite Good stuff, man. So theoretically, it would be very difficult if not impossible to eliminate all avenues of teleemetry for win11 installs. what about for win10? im assuming win 11 has more telemetry and bloats going on
@@Corteum For both W10 and W11 it's impossible to remove / disable all telemetry without breaking function of the OS. But we take privacy seriously, and have disabled as much as possible to protect your privacy without sacrificing basic function of the OS. You can always tweak the OS after installation to suit your needs, if you would like to do so.
@@WindowsX-Lite Can you say anything about what telems and bloats are still baked in, and what they do exactly? is it possible to block them via firewall, windows filtering plat, or via hosts file?
@@Corteum Personally, I use tinywall firewall, it blocks all network traffic by default, and only lets through what you allow. You can also take a look at windows privacy dashboard software.
Been running an older version, security was my main concern. So far I haven't had one single issue. I promised to give it a few months but now it's time to show my support
the difference between windows 11 optimum pro v3 and v4 is that v4 comes with the latest build? is that the only difference or there is more optimization
Thank you for the Excellent 24h2 build. I tried to connect my 3.5 HDD with an external USB Adapter to my PC but it won't show up either in Windows Explorer or in the disk management. Tried with another 3.5 HDD same issue. I wondered the issue might be with HDD's, so connect them to another 23H2 windows pc and they work fine. Is it with the customized build or 24h2.1 or am i doing anything wrong? I will try to clean install 'Optimum 11 24H2' Pro v4.1 and see if they work on it.
I installed the 10 Pro lite version on my laptop, signed in to Microsoft, added my fingerprint, set a password which didn't go through, and when I restarted I cannot get past the welcome screen. I went to put in my fingerprint and it says pin required and there is no pin, just a "sign in" button. When I click that, it says wait a moment, and then goes back to showing a "sign in" button that doesn't do anything. I cannot get into recovery, I cannot get into bios without unplugging the driver, and when I unplug it, I cannot replug it in and refresh on win x lite download page to format it. It just doesn't appear. I can only either boot into the locked drive or not see it at all. Any ideas?
@@SageBlueMusic Awesome! It's kind of annoying UAC is required for MS Sign in to work properly (same with store and xbox) since UAC can be kind of a pain..
For most, I recommend any of our Optimum or Ultimate releases, as they have no features or services removed, they will provide better compatibility and support compared to Ultralight releases like Micro 11.
Anyone know how to get shared networking folders to work? Optimum 11 26100.2 The help page says to start workstation but that does nothing. SMB 1.0 is activated too. I have original Win10 on the same machine and it finds all networking drives and folders within 30 seconds of starting.
I'm interested too. Because I have a Zappiti One 4k HDR box on an original Windows I have no problem. I see it on the network by Enabling smb 1. But on your edition, by activating SMB, it is impossible to see it on the network. I cannot find which parameter to activate, to allow me to see my drive and my HDDs on the network? Sorry for my English I'm French and I use a translator. Thank you in advance for your assistance.
i may be the only one has this problem........ can u tell me why my pc after installation of optimum 11 v4.1 keeps restarting and rebooting at win11 logo when it appears idk why i did install v3 but the same problem ....can u help me out
Hi James, fantastic release, always the best! However, I'm still having the same problem accessing other computers on the network. For now I'm still going to stick with "Optimum v5". Thank you very much!
Exactly the same problem here. Staying with Optimum v5 myself and hoping that MS sort ithe bug out by the time of its public release and then use the Windows Update. There is nothing wrong with Optimum v5 and it is solid as a rock on my system 😊
Very soon I will be getting what will be my very last new PC, @74 years with stage 4 Emphysema. It will be a Minisforum EliteMini UM890Pro, Ryzen 9 8945HS with integrated Radeon 780M graphics. My question is this: Will I encounter any problems installing/using Optimum v.5? I know it comes with stock Windows pre-installed but I would really prefer using X-Lite, which after using for 18 months, I trust as being clean, optimised and without bloat and telemetry. Thank you.
NICE! Congrats on the new upcoming hardware, and I think you deserve it during this stage in your life! - You should have no issues IMO, I use the same builds on my own Mini PC's, including one equipped with a Ryzen 7840HS. Hope you have a fantastic summer with your new potent and powerful Mini PC!
something that I want to know about all your build is... is there a way to change the account picture and lock screen picture? I tried it multiple times and nothing work.
Hi James !! About information between builds. What's a difference between special editions builds ( like Windows X-Lite 'Ultimate 11' Neon, Windows X-Lite 'Ultimate 11' Cobalt v2 ) and Windows X-Lite 'Optimum 11 24H2 ? And too the updates packs working good for both versions Special Editions ( Windows X-Lite 'Ultimate 11' Neon, Windows X-Lite 'Ultimate 11' Cobalt v2 ) and Windows X-Lite 'Optimum 11 24H2 ?
They offer the same features, support, and performance. They are both updatable. They differ in icons, themes, wallpaper, layout, cursors, and additions like the personalized dock etc.
Great work you are doing, all that is needed is adding bright colors to the files, modifying the main image from XLITE OS blue to the Windows of the future COLOR, and adding the final touch.
Yes, all releases are optimized to help improve performance, regardless of what you use your PC For (Productivity or Gaming). That being said, there is a limit to what optimization can do, the only way to get a truly dramatic improvement would be to upgrade or purchase a more powerful PC or components.
@@elgfasofficial You may have to enable UAC and background apps, but it's easy to do, and you'll find the registry files to make the changes on our 'Registry Tweaks' page of our website.
@@WindowsX-Lite Bien, lo intentaré más adelante una vez instalado el WXL en mi laptop gaming y antes de realizar instalaciones de los componentes de la ASUS TUF Gaming descargaria las 2 cosas y activarlas y a ver si las pruebo para ir viendo si funciona cuando cambio el color en las teclas AURA de mi laptop gaming. Por cierto no te he comentado de que mi laptop gaming es una ASUS TUF GAMING F15 modelo fx506lh
any application that I try to type in does not work at first, it works even when using the virtual keyboard, can you tell me a possible solution?, even in the settings I cannot type anything, not even in the Microsoft Store I can
From our website's registry tweaks page, download and enable 'UAC' and 'Background Apps' and restart to complete changes. Hopefully that helps you out!
I just installed the win 10 x lite 22h2 version, but i have 2 problem. First the startallback give me smile emoji and second I can't even change the user picture, i have deleted the og picture and replaced it with my own pictures but it still giving me the stock winxlite picture on my start menu:) Maybe any of you can give me some solutions?
not working properly. Windows features like sandbox,virtual machine platform,hypervisor cant be activate. when i enable it i restart and it does not enable it
@@WindowsX-Lite have you tried enabling sandbox? i jsut did a new install and tried to enable sandbox but no luck. pc restarts saying soemthing didnt go as planned and sandbox is not enabled
@@invrasta All you can do is wait for MS to release an update for 24H2 that fixes the issue. - Or move to 22H2 / 23H2 for the time being until the issue is resolved.
Ciao James, ho visto che comprendi l'italiano e volevo quindi chiederti alcune cosette sperando in tua risposta. Io attualmente posseggo un PC con 16GB di Ram con Windows 10 PRO e volevo chiederti se con questa versione alleggerita di Windows 11 potessero sorgere problemi a riguardo dell'utilizzo o installazione di programmi, mancanza di alcuni servizi Windows, aggiornamenti vari giusto per capire se tale versione sia consigliata solo per PC datati o anche PC più recenti come il mio.
As long as your older PC has a CPU that supports SSE4.2, you shouldn't have any issues. I use the same builds on my own 10 and 11 year old laptops without any problems personally.
@@WindowsX-Lite in realtà il mio PC non è datato , ho una CPU Intel(R) Core(TM) i3-7100 CPU @ 3.90GHz ma avevo pensato a questa build lite per liberarmi dei servizi inutili e per velocizzare il PC e infatti per questo ho chiesto una tua opinione se queste tue build fossero indirizzate specialmente ai possessori di PC datati o a tutti
@@winnerland No they are not specifically aimed for older PCs, in fact they are designed for use on all PCs, but optimized for installation on SSD out of the box, so in reality they are really geared more for modern PCs since they are meant for SSD installation.
They will still support HDD installation for those who need it, but I would recommend users who are installing on a mechanical HDD instead of an SSD, to enable hibernation and fast startup.
Hi James !! About information between builds. Is this version 4.1 the last version of Windows X-Lite 'Optimum 11 24H2 ? I ask because i see in download page of your Optimum 11 PRO there are three version ( 4.1 , 4.2 and 4.3 ) and i'm not sure what was the last version you have created. Probably 4.3 is the last version but too this is your last video you upload.
PC gave me issues this morning with my mouse. Unable to select files, folders etc, anything on left click. I can right click. I did a restart same issue, so did sfc scannow in Admin mode. Had errors but can’t fix them. Tried DCSM etc and again scanned fine but couldn’t locate source file to fix. Returned to Windows, can’t open folder logs for CBS.. Can’t do startup repair from disk just a fresh install. Reinstalled system. Big bummer if you ask me.
The last time I installed Windows X Lite, there was a bug, I tested different versions and this problem still exists, in Adobe, Premiere, After Effects, the rendering time is almost 6 times slower than normal Windows,For example, a rendering that takes 30 minutes with normal Windows،would take 6 hours with the X-Lite version/I hope this bug will be fixed
rendering times are faster using these build vs stock for me. could be driver related, hopefully you can figure out what's causing the issue. good luck!
@@WindowsX-LiteEverything was fine in all areas and I had no problems with your Windows, but I experienced this bug with different builds of your Windows 10 and 11. Good luck Mate
love those builds and everything but with nothing installed it takes 2,2 gb ram the first boot. cant understand why yours use less, i have the old 23h3 neon build in team os site
RAM use in VM is always less than PC install, especially when setting 2GB Ram allocation. Depending on your PC, RAM amount, and type (single channel - dual channel etc.) RAM use can vary widely. On my 4GB laptops after a clean install they use less than 1GB RAM at idle, even with drivers installed. On my modern laptops with 16 - 64GB of dual channel RAM installed, it's above 1GB at idle. It's nothing to be concerned about, and does not affect performance. If you want to you can install a stock build of Windows, and you'll see higher RAM use and process use guaranteed.
Ah that's right I wasn't thinking of the VM. Nah was just curiosity I have 32gb ram I don't care too much but still like to use those builds, gonna try the last win11 light on a 8gb ram laptop with ryzen 3400, u know the only time I paid for a windows it was when I bought my first pc and there was a win 95 original CD 😂
I have Optimun 11 Home 23H2 installed, how do I update to 24H2 without having to do a clean installation?. I don't want to lose my current program settings and I don't want to have to install all the programs again.
I could, but tbvh my Home edition builds get far less downloads than my Pro, and my W11 get far more downloads than my W10 releases, which is why I haven't to date.
@@WindowsX-Lite damn, I just wanted to have a windows 10 home version because my laptop has exclusively home edition and I don’t want to spend a lot of money for a license/key
@@Rayiscarbon16 Great point, but consider this. All of our Windows 11 Home editions will use your existing Windows 10 laptop license to automatically and legally activate once connected to the internet. And our Windows 11 releases are designed to work on ALL PCs. Old or new, weak or strong Desktop or Laptop. In fact I'm using Optimum 11 on my own 10 and 11 year old laptops. We have Optimum 11 in 22H2, 23H2, and 24H2 available for download.
After a fresh install how do you effectively install the correct drivers for your hardwares (ie monitor, amd, directx, dotnet, etc)? Installing them from windows update setting works but it will also double or triple the OS size. You know what, I don't even know what else to install after fresh update. Can someone give me a list to install after fresh OS install? I'm talking about graphic drivers, video codecs, hardware drivers, and those optimization updates (afaik) when updating from setting. If only windows gives us the option for selective updates. Oh, I just found out that you have a list of softwares like i mentioned above on your website. I can't give links since youtube will remove my comment. You only need to add "/software" after the base website url. Nvm you also have the video guide to manually update after fresh install. I commend you, good sire.
Typically, once you connect to the internet your drivers will automatically download, even with automatic updates paused. - This means you should be able to leave automatic updates paused, and your device drivers should still download. If they don't, you can run Windows Update MiniTool, or Driver Booster etc. - or download drivers directly from your PC mfg's website. - For most users, I recommend installing directx and visual c++ runtimes.
@@WindowsX-Lite Thank you for your detailed answer, my good sire. I will install this OS along with Linux Mint later. I'm currently waiting for my SSD shipment. I have been using HDD for my whole life I kept hearing SSDs are good.
all version windows x-lite 24h2 bootloop on my OLD PC, but all windows x-lite 23h2 works, whats wrong? I used NVME ADAPTER with CLOVER bootloader on HDD. My RIG ( GIGABYTE 970A D3 with LEGACY BIOS ).
I'm using hp cq presario c700 which supports mbr bios and installed this version of windows 11 lite but it keeps restarting windows isn't opening or working at all! Please help me out what to do!? 😢
They're intentionally made to require a clean install (not in place upgrade) to make sure the OS is working as intended, as it's a highly optimized and debloated build. This ensures the OS is working as intended.
Yet another wonderful and beautiful build, but am a bit disappointed that on v4.1 which you updated in your website, it doesn't have the new wallpapers anymore.
Hello conan quick question .i using 1909 with old cpu. should i update 20H2 ? . Because before i know 1909 was good performance but right now i dont know whats goin on. " i ask for old cpu performance "
It is an excellent job in performance, just one detail, there are some problems with Windows Defender, it does not load the window and everything appears black
great work, super fast. But how to change the default lock screen? tried to change "force a specific default lock screen and logon image" under "Administrative Templates-> Control Panel -> Personalization" using gpedit, but doesn't work.
Question. I have installed Windows X-Lite "Optimum 11" 24H2 Pro on my desktop. Strangly I can not restart this Program! I can only pick to Shut down! Why is that and how can I add a choice to restart.
Hey how are you doing, i have a small issue while doing the installation (the windows setup) so i finish everything and after all the installation it shows me error (a disk read error occurred press crtl+alt+del to restart) So please help me in any way
That likely means your hardware drivers are not installed. They should download and install automatically once you connect to the internet, but if they are blocked from doing so in your case, you can download your drivers direct from the laptop mfg website, or using software :)
I have just ordered all the hardware for a high-end pc with a Ryze 7950x3d and a rtx 4090. My question is can I simply install your version, which I think is great, on my new system or do I have to pay attention to anything else? A video from the download to the finished installation would be really good.
All our releases are designed to work on any PC, old or new, weak or strong. So YES! This build will be an awesome compliment for your very capable hardware. - All you gotta do, is write the ISO to USB drive with Rufus, and then boot from the USB drive, and install to any clean formatted partition of your choice. - You got this!
*_Yiippiieeee, here we go again!_* 🤩
First time installing this, v 4.3 and I am blown away by the performance boost. It really is amazing, what you guys are doing!! I do however have one small issue: your graphical elements. They are so 2003. Especially the Wallpaper/Splash screen image. We can choose our own desktop background images and our own lock screen background images BUT we are NOT able to change the windows Welcome screen. That's the screen that is visible briefly AFTER the manufacturers boot logo is displayed upon booting but, BEFORE the login screen. Basically it shows your account image, the "Welcome" message and the round progress spinning dots. It is NOT the lockscreen image, because that you can select yourself and providing you do not power off the pc, it displays our chosen image. But as soon as you restart or power on the pc, it reverts back to YOUR image and not the one we chose. One should be able to change it since YOU have changed it from the Windows default image. I apologize and acknowledge that this is a personal preference subjective issue, but I personally find your graphics horrendously painful to the eye.
I found the image file I'm refering to, "img100.jpg", in Windows/Web/Screen & in Windows/WinSxS/amd64_microsoft-windows-t..nbackgrounds-client ....... I've substituted it for my own image with same name, but yours still persists. I've cleared every cache imaginable too. What gives? Is it saved somewhere else with a different name? I'll keep digging!! 😂😂
Oki, so now I've searched my entire system for images of various formats, and considering I am running Filmora, Illustrator & Photoshop with huge asset libraries, it's taken some time, But I can not find your image at all. Which leads me to suspect that maybe you have bundled it into the GBRT? That's naughty, if that's the case. Also the time & date are displayed differently than the systems. I hate 12hr clocks! Grrrrrrrrrrrr. Limiting our ability to customize this is a "Microsft" move. 🥲
HA, fixed it!! A couple of registry tweaks, enable user auto log in & blur the login screen background! Boom, perseverence always pays off! 😆
what font you use in your windows 11 isos??
Hi James, re my new mini pc (Ryzen 9 Minisforum Elite UM 980 Pro) . So happy to report that after 5 days I have found no issues whatsoever with your Optimum Pro 23H2 v5, it's running smooth as a baby's bum. but no surprise there. I was however totally unprepared for it installing in just 3 mins flat though, at first i thought something had gone wrong. My old FX 8350 potato is now enjoying retirement, Again so many thanks for your work and dedication.
BTW it did come with Win 11 preinstalled, that I wiped off without even using it at all because I was so confident with your X-Lite. For the doubters out there take notice.
this is cool, thanks, my windows 10 were soo laggy but now when i installed Optimum 11 v4 24H2 pro, it's not laggy at all, thanks for this custom windows 11 build:D
You're welcome! Happy to hear it's helping your PC feel more responsive :)
Looking forward to using it. Thanks
My Fam. you're still doing good and going strong, Your wife and kids/family must be so
very proud of you, I know I'm so very proud of you.
I feel like such a bad friend, we've never met face to face, but you know I think of you has a very dear friend
and a part of my family, I can tell you do all you can to do right by anyone who put their faith in you whether here or
on TeamOS and I really want to support you more in whatever way I can.
I really want you to succeed beyond your wildest dreams because you're one of those people who really deserves
and by the way I am on TeamOS, I'm never afraid to speak my mind, I mean every I type..
Say hello to your wife for me and big hugs to her you and your precious kids. 🥰🥰🥰🧡🧡👋👋
The feeling is mutual! It's always a pleasure to hear from you
Can't change my mind, THIS IS THE FUTURE!!! Good job for making this optimized and stylish version of windows 11 man!
BRO V4 ITS BEEN 2 DAYS I FINISHED SETTING UP V3
LOL
@user-tv5vb3pr5nBRO THE THING IS I HAVE ONLY 10 GB OF STORAGE LEFT AND V4 IS OUT GREAT 😃😢
Hahaha same
Same
@@WololoWololo2 ik i have that 1
Getting v4 now. I will tell you how impressed I am, after installation, and running it for a bit. :)
BTW, thanks for all your hard work. I wish M$ took as much pride in their OS as you take into making their OS better.
Update: Installed flawlessly. Was easily able to get printer(s) installed and GPU drivers installed. Everything is just so much smoother, and faster, than what M$ does. Performed a virus and malware scan, just to be on the safe side. Nothing was found. Was able to get system up and running, with all software I use (games included), in less than an hour. And yes, I was able to fully register it, using my normal information. (In case anybody wonders about that)I am absolutely loving this and will recommend to everybody I can. Thank You
@@Shrapnel-dg3hd I appreciate your feedback and kind words. It's always wonderful to see my vision enjoyed and appreciated. Thank You!
Grazie alla tua edizione di Windows, sono riuscito ad installarlo su un Notebook del 2010 con Intel dual-core e 4GB di RAM.
Grazie infinite❤
El Rey de los Windows lite a llegado gente!!!!!
Optimum v4 is the best 24H2 version yet - beautiful
Glad you think so, thank you Bob.
v4.1 will be coming later today, and includes some nice improvements.
I wonder if there will be a version like v4.2?@@WindowsX-Lite
@@stephankerforde386 i guess cant be used for gaming then
I use version 4.1 and it is wonderful.
Damn it I just got V3 installed lol. Oh well bring on V4
I don't have "create text document" in the context menu on 4.1 pro version? Is it the same for everyone?
it's because the modern notepad app isn't pre-installed. Installing it will restore the context menu entries. You can download the modern notepad app from our website, or via the MS Store.
@@WindowsX-Lite Thank you very much! Today I tested your build, it is much better than my 10 Windows, although I have the ltsc version and the addition with Revi OS. Simultaneous playback of TH-cam video 5 tabs in Chrome on your 11 showed 835.2 megabytes, and on my system with 10 Windows the same test 2083.4 megabytes. Now I will install your build. Which version do you generally recommend installing 23H2 or 24H2? And as I understand it, the difference between Home and Pro is small, on Pro there is Bitlocker, sandbox and remote desktop management.
@@dimonbaly6885 Exactly. There is NO performance or resource use difference between editions of Windows. So I recommend installing the edition you have a license for, or the edition your laptop came with. On my own PCs I'm using mostly 24H2, but am still using older builds of 22H2 as well.
@@WindowsX-Lite I also tested your script, which removes the Home tab from the settings. It does not work on this version, I made the changes manually myself.
@@dimonbaly6885 Correct, it works for the 23H2 builds it was posted with, not the latest 24H2 builds.
Thank you for continuing this. I was able to run my 20 instances of bluestack. about 20% usage of cpu decreased ❤
Windows 11 pro 4.1 works perfectly, as do all other versions. Make a backup first of your drivers before you install anything else. Then you restore all drivers very easily. Then it is required that you read up and are used to users, so you understand what to do in case of problems. I have tested almost all versions and must commend James for his interest and knowledge. Ask relevant questions and stop criticizing the creator. There is a risk that he will give up smaller editions. V24H2 is a test edition and can cause many errors, if in doubt, install 23H2 Optimum. Drive hard James.
Thanks Bert! I test my releases extensively in VM and live PC installs to make sure they are working as intended! Glad they are working well for you, thanks for the feedback and support!
great optimization, although the system is quite fast and light... why do the apps take a while to launch?
Your builds are the best I've ever tried☺
Thanks! Glad you're enjoying them.
Your optimizations are impeccable brother, very satisfied. ❤
Always evolving and getting better! Thank you James! God bless you for sharing your work ;)
Yes bad ass lil win11 build. I got the dual booted on my steam deck. Works perfect.
Nice!
Is it fully bloat and telemetry free? And what updates can it receive?
We remove / disable as much bloat and telemetry as possible without sacrificing feature or function for the majority of users needs :). Our Optimum and Ultimate Builds are fully updatable via manual, or automatic updates.
@@WindowsX-Lite Good stuff, man. So theoretically, it would be very difficult if not impossible to eliminate all avenues of teleemetry for win11 installs. what about for win10? im assuming win 11 has more telemetry and bloats going on
@@Corteum For both W10 and W11 it's impossible to remove / disable all telemetry without breaking function of the OS. But we take privacy seriously, and have disabled as much as possible to protect your privacy without sacrificing basic function of the OS. You can always tweak the OS after installation to suit your needs, if you would like to do so.
@@WindowsX-Lite Can you say anything about what telems and bloats are still baked in, and what they do exactly? is it possible to block them via firewall, windows filtering plat, or via hosts file?
@@Corteum Personally, I use tinywall firewall, it blocks all network traffic by default, and only lets through what you allow. You can also take a look at windows privacy dashboard software.
Been running an older version, security was my main concern.
So far I haven't had one single issue.
I promised to give it a few months but now it's time to show my support
Thanks for your incredible show of support! Very appreciated, and I'm very glad you're enjoying our builds!
what are the changes compared to v3?
Remastered or fixed stability maybe.
the difference between windows 11 optimum pro v3 and v4 is that v4 comes with the latest build? is that the only difference or there is more optimization
I guess bug fixes as well
I just download it . Great Job Guys.
Using this OS and its to my liking, but cant understand how to alt tab faster from games, it takes a few seconds, how to decrease the time ? 😞
Im wondering too
Thank you for the Excellent 24h2 build.
I tried to connect my 3.5 HDD with an external USB Adapter to my PC but it won't show up either in Windows Explorer or in the disk management.
Tried with another 3.5 HDD same issue. I wondered the issue might be with HDD's, so connect them to another 23H2 windows pc and they work fine.
Is it with the customized build or 24h2.1 or am i doing anything wrong?
I will try to clean install 'Optimum 11 24H2' Pro v4.1 and see if they work on it.
I installed the 10 Pro lite version on my laptop, signed in to Microsoft, added my fingerprint, set a password which didn't go through, and when I restarted I cannot get past the welcome screen. I went to put in my fingerprint and it says pin required and there is no pin, just a "sign in" button. When I click that, it says wait a moment, and then goes back to showing a "sign in" button that doesn't do anything. I cannot get into recovery, I cannot get into bios without unplugging the driver, and when I unplug it, I cannot replug it in and refresh on win x lite download page to format it. It just doesn't appear. I can only either boot into the locked drive or not see it at all. Any ideas?
You need to enable UAC before signing into an MS Account, and you can install Hello Face from Settings if you need it.
@@WindowsX-Lite Thank you for the info. I ended up getting into bios and I reset it.
@@SageBlueMusic Awesome! It's kind of annoying UAC is required for MS Sign in to work properly (same with store and xbox) since UAC can be kind of a pain..
Which one is more stable?
For most, I recommend any of our Optimum or Ultimate releases, as they have no features or services removed, they will provide better compatibility and support compared to Ultralight releases like Micro 11.
@@WindowsX-Lite thanks. I will try it soon...☺
Just installed the 24h2 pro v3 for the first time. Is this version much better and worth upgrade ?
Up to you. This release is the successor to our v2 releases. Think of it as an updated, and improved v2.
Anyone know how to get shared networking folders to work? Optimum 11 26100.2
The help page says to start workstation but that does nothing. SMB 1.0 is activated too. I have original Win10 on the same machine and it finds all networking drives and folders within 30 seconds of starting.
I'm interested too. Because I have a Zappiti One 4k HDR box on an original Windows I have no problem. I see it on the network by Enabling smb 1.
But on your edition, by activating SMB, it is impossible to see it on the network. I cannot find which parameter to activate, to allow me to see my drive and my HDDs on the network?
Sorry for my English I'm French and I use a translator.
Thank you in advance for your assistance.
Awesome! ❤ Im currently using 24h2 pro v3 and its so fast 😮🎉
Bro is it automatically activated using original licence key???
i may be the only one has this problem........ can u tell me why my pc after installation of optimum 11 v4.1 keeps restarting and rebooting at win11 logo when it appears idk why i did install v3 but the same problem ....can u help me out
i rly need help ....pls🙏🙏🙏
What's your PC specs?
@@WindowsX-Lite 4gb of ram and core2 duo processor no graphics card 500gb hdd (laptop)
@@odroidgaming8297 Your CPU doesn't support 24H2. You can read more about why on our website.
@@WindowsX-Litethx for reply i tried micro 11 and its working fine thx
Tus sistemas operativos son los mejores y los ultralite son los máximos
Hi James, fantastic release, always the best! However, I'm still having the same problem accessing other computers on the network. For now I'm still going to stick with "Optimum v5". Thank you very much!
Exactly the same problem here. Staying with Optimum v5 myself and hoping that MS sort ithe bug out by the time of its public release and then use the Windows Update. There is nothing wrong with Optimum v5 and it is solid as a rock on my system 😊
You deserve to work at Microsoft! You made this version better than the original.
Very soon I will be getting what will be my very last new PC, @74 years with stage 4 Emphysema. It will be a Minisforum EliteMini UM890Pro, Ryzen 9 8945HS with integrated Radeon 780M graphics. My question is this: Will I encounter any problems installing/using Optimum v.5? I know it comes with stock Windows pre-installed but I would really prefer using X-Lite, which after using for 18 months, I trust as being clean, optimised and without bloat and telemetry. Thank you.
NICE! Congrats on the new upcoming hardware, and I think you deserve it during this stage in your life! - You should have no issues IMO, I use the same builds on my own Mini PC's, including one equipped with a Ryzen 7840HS. Hope you have a fantastic summer with your new potent and powerful Mini PC!
@@WindowsX-Lite Thank you for the prompt reassuring reply. I will be a very happy bunny in a couple of weeks time 😃
something that I want to know about all your build is...
is there a way to change the account picture and lock screen picture?
I tried it multiple times and nothing work.
Salve el Rey Conan y el mejor sistema operativo. Es un honor usar Windows Xlite thanks, thanks.
Please tell me micro11 SE icon or theme name
Hi James !!
About information between builds.
What's a difference between special editions builds ( like Windows X-Lite 'Ultimate 11' Neon, Windows X-Lite 'Ultimate 11' Cobalt v2 ) and Windows X-Lite 'Optimum 11 24H2 ?
And too the updates packs working good for both versions Special Editions ( Windows X-Lite 'Ultimate 11' Neon, Windows X-Lite 'Ultimate 11' Cobalt v2 ) and Windows X-Lite 'Optimum 11 24H2 ?
They offer the same features, support, and performance. They are both updatable. They differ in icons, themes, wallpaper, layout, cursors, and additions like the personalized dock etc.
@@WindowsX-Lite thank you again.
Great work you are doing, all that is needed is adding bright colors to the files, modifying the main image from XLITE OS blue to the Windows of the future COLOR, and adding the final touch.
hey i just wanted to know whats the difference between this and the previous one (win 11 24h2 light)
question is it fine to install your windows 11 x lite on laptops or it affects the battery life thank please answer
Yes, all releases are designed to be laptop friendly, including battery life.
@@WindowsX-Lite Thank you sir
installed just now and start, shutdown, restart etc doesnt work: Also, folders boots back to desktop..
The greatest , the success work , the best release.......................... .
Which of your projects is optimized for games?
Every release is pre optimized for gaming and productivity.
I ask this because I installed your OS but it kept me using Steam and the browsers.
I ask this because I installed your OS but it kept me using Steam and the browsers.
We need an ltsc version James, both 10 and 11. thank you a lot for your efforts.
same same.
When i add printer, this Nortification display: The Active Directory Domain Services is currently unavailable
Sea que use Windows X-Lite 10 o 11, ¿correrá bien el Fortnite a diferencia del Windows Stock? (por los FPS)
Yes, all releases are optimized to help improve performance, regardless of what you use your PC For (Productivity or Gaming). That being said, there is a limit to what optimization can do, the only way to get a truly dramatic improvement would be to upgrade or purchase a more powerful PC or components.
@@WindowsX-Lite Muchas Gracias, mas adelante lo instalo a mi laptop gamer. Primero instalo en la laptop de pruebas (Lenovo)
@@WindowsX-Lite Ahora, lo que me vengo en duda para mi laptop gaming, ¿Afectará si instalo el ARMOURY CRATE?
@@elgfasofficial You may have to enable UAC and background apps, but it's easy to do, and you'll find the registry files to make the changes on our 'Registry Tweaks' page of our website.
@@WindowsX-Lite Bien, lo intentaré más adelante una vez instalado el WXL en mi laptop gaming y antes de realizar instalaciones de los componentes de la ASUS TUF Gaming descargaria las 2 cosas y activarlas y a ver si las pruebo para ir viendo si funciona cuando cambio el color en las teclas AURA de mi laptop gaming. Por cierto no te he comentado de que mi laptop gaming es una ASUS TUF GAMING F15 modelo fx506lh
can i disable or hide some of the options in right click menu? like cmd and safe mode. thanks
Wondering this as well.
any application that I try to type in does not work at first, it works even when using the virtual keyboard, can you tell me a possible solution?, even in the settings I cannot type anything, not even in the Microsoft Store I can
From our website's registry tweaks page, download and enable 'UAC' and 'Background Apps' and restart to complete changes. Hopefully that helps you out!
I just installed the win 10 x lite 22h2 version, but i have 2 problem. First the startallback give me smile emoji and second I can't even change the user picture, i have deleted the og picture and replaced it with my own pictures but it still giving me the stock winxlite picture on my start menu:) Maybe any of you can give me some solutions?
I have this issue as well on the same version of win10 X-lite...It has to do with the startallback dying at times..hope it gets a fix or something
@@CrystalDabber try reinstall it, that thing worked for me
not working properly. Windows features like sandbox,virtual machine platform,hypervisor cant be activate. when i enable it i restart and it does not enable it
I had no issues personally enabling Hyper-V and Virtual Machine Platform on my own PCs using our 24H2 builds. WSA also ran without issue.
@@WindowsX-Lite have you tried enabling sandbox? i jsut did a new install and tried to enable sandbox but no luck. pc restarts saying soemthing didnt go as planned and sandbox is not enabled
@@invrasta Sandbox issues are a known and documented problem with 24H2 builds that will hopefully by resolved soon by MS
@@WindowsX-Lite should i just wait to get an update for this install or what do you s uggest?
@@invrasta All you can do is wait for MS to release an update for 24H2 that fixes the issue. - Or move to 22H2 / 23H2 for the time being until the issue is resolved.
Thnx!! May I ask you something? Whats the difference between V4 and V3?
Ciao James, ho visto che comprendi l'italiano e volevo quindi chiederti alcune cosette sperando in tua risposta.
Io attualmente posseggo un PC con 16GB di Ram con Windows 10 PRO e volevo chiederti se con questa versione alleggerita di Windows 11 potessero sorgere problemi a riguardo dell'utilizzo o installazione di programmi, mancanza di alcuni servizi Windows, aggiornamenti vari giusto per capire se tale versione sia consigliata solo per PC datati o anche PC più recenti come il mio.
As long as your older PC has a CPU that supports SSE4.2, you shouldn't have any issues. I use the same builds on my own 10 and 11 year old laptops without any problems personally.
@@WindowsX-Lite in realtà il mio PC non è datato , ho una CPU Intel(R) Core(TM) i3-7100 CPU @ 3.90GHz ma avevo pensato a questa build lite per liberarmi dei servizi inutili e per velocizzare il PC e infatti per questo ho chiesto una tua opinione se queste tue build fossero indirizzate specialmente ai possessori di PC datati o a tutti
@@winnerland No they are not specifically aimed for older PCs, in fact they are designed for use on all PCs, but optimized for installation on SSD out of the box, so in reality they are really geared more for modern PCs since they are meant for SSD installation.
They will still support HDD installation for those who need it, but I would recommend users who are installing on a mechanical HDD instead of an SSD, to enable hibernation and fast startup.
@WindowsX-Lite is this windows 11 faster than windows10 for gaming?
keep it up friend you are the best, greetings 😁
Hi James! When may we expect Optimum 11 24h2 Home V3 release?
Still in the oven :) no definitive ETA yet.
Hi James !!
About information between builds.
Is this version 4.1 the last version of Windows X-Lite 'Optimum 11 24H2 ?
I ask because i see in download page of your Optimum 11 PRO there are three version ( 4.1 , 4.2 and 4.3 ) and i'm not sure what was the last version you have created.
Probably 4.3 is the last version but too this is your last video you upload.
Currently 4.1 is the newest 24H2 release. There is no 4.2 or 4.3 (yet)
@@WindowsX-Lite sorry you are perfectly right and i was wrong.
Thank again.
PC gave me issues this morning with my mouse. Unable to select files, folders etc, anything on left click. I can right click.
I did a restart same issue, so did sfc scannow in Admin mode. Had errors but can’t fix them. Tried DCSM etc and again scanned fine but couldn’t locate source file to fix.
Returned to Windows, can’t open folder logs for CBS..
Can’t do startup repair from disk just a fresh install.
Reinstalled system. Big bummer if you ask me.
I used all versions. Vanadium is my favorite. I wish you would design a w10 gaming system. I would be very happy for that.
Vanadium is based off my favorite Windows 10 version ever! 19H2 FTW!
Which windows transparency app are you using to achieve that effect? (Contained in the window)
can i ask wen does this get relased plz thank you
The last time I installed Windows X Lite, there was a bug, I tested different versions and this problem still exists, in Adobe, Premiere, After Effects, the rendering time is almost 6 times slower than normal Windows,For example, a rendering that takes 30 minutes with normal Windows،would take 6 hours with the X-Lite version/I hope this bug will be fixed
rendering times are faster using these build vs stock for me. could be driver related, hopefully you can figure out what's causing the issue. good luck!
@@WindowsX-LiteEverything was fine in all areas and I had no problems with your Windows, but I experienced this bug with different builds of your Windows 10 and 11.
Good luck Mate
love those builds and everything but with nothing installed it takes 2,2 gb ram the first boot. cant understand why yours use less, i have the old 23h3 neon build in team os site
RAM use in VM is always less than PC install, especially when setting 2GB Ram allocation. Depending on your PC, RAM amount, and type (single channel - dual channel etc.) RAM use can vary widely. On my 4GB laptops after a clean install they use less than 1GB RAM at idle, even with drivers installed. On my modern laptops with 16 - 64GB of dual channel RAM installed, it's above 1GB at idle. It's nothing to be concerned about, and does not affect performance. If you want to you can install a stock build of Windows, and you'll see higher RAM use and process use guaranteed.
Ah that's right I wasn't thinking of the VM. Nah was just curiosity I have 32gb ram I don't care too much but still like to use those builds, gonna try the last win11 light on a 8gb ram laptop with ryzen 3400, u know the only time I paid for a windows it was when I bought my first pc and there was a win 95 original CD 😂
tried the latest windows xlite of windows 10 too many bugs it always crashes my desktop
Maybe because of starts all back
Awesome work. I'm on Windows X-Lite 23H2, can I upgrade to 24H2 without having to reinstall all my programs?
Thanks! All releases require a clean install. This ensures the OS is working as intended, and running as light and responsive as possible :)
@@WindowsX-Lite I understand. I think I'll remain on 23H2, I hate to take hours to reconfigure all my programs and settings!
what's the ram consumption after fresh install vro?
When will 4.1 release i cant fina an option to download it?
It's available now.
SIR NOW WHAT U BRING NEXT ?? I LOVE YOUR BUILDS
I have Optimun 11 Home 23H2 installed, how do I update to 24H2 without having to do a clean installation?.
I don't want to lose my current program settings and I don't want to have to install all the programs again.
Is it Pre- Activated ?
None of our releases are.
Which of the 4 latest versions of Windows 24h2, including this one, is faster for games? to your opinion
Great work ❤ is it just windows update/security update or features update too ?? I’m currently on version 3. Should i update to v4 ?
Great windows OS version but Lock screen shows default lock screen image after powering on/restarting ,how will fix this
can you make a optimum 10 home version for the home versions of computers?
I could, but tbvh my Home edition builds get far less downloads than my Pro, and my W11 get far more downloads than my W10 releases, which is why I haven't to date.
@@WindowsX-Lite damn, I just wanted to have a windows 10 home version because my laptop has exclusively home edition and I don’t want to spend a lot of money for a license/key
@@Rayiscarbon16 Great point, but consider this. All of our Windows 11 Home editions will use your existing Windows 10 laptop license to automatically and legally activate once connected to the internet. And our Windows 11 releases are designed to work on ALL PCs. Old or new, weak or strong Desktop or Laptop. In fact I'm using Optimum 11 on my own 10 and 11 year old laptops.
We have Optimum 11 in 22H2, 23H2, and 24H2 available for download.
After a fresh install how do you effectively install the correct drivers for your hardwares (ie monitor, amd, directx, dotnet, etc)? Installing them from windows update setting works but it will also double or triple the OS size.
You know what, I don't even know what else to install after fresh update. Can someone give me a list to install after fresh OS install? I'm talking about graphic drivers, video codecs, hardware drivers, and those optimization updates (afaik) when updating from setting. If only windows gives us the option for selective updates.
Oh, I just found out that you have a list of softwares like i mentioned above on your website. I can't give links since youtube will remove my comment. You only need to add "/software" after the base website url.
Nvm you also have the video guide to manually update after fresh install.
I commend you, good sire.
Typically, once you connect to the internet your drivers will automatically download, even with automatic updates paused. - This means you should be able to leave automatic updates paused, and your device drivers should still download. If they don't, you can run Windows Update MiniTool, or Driver Booster etc. - or download drivers directly from your PC mfg's website. - For most users, I recommend installing directx and visual c++ runtimes.
@@WindowsX-Lite Thank you for your detailed answer, my good sire. I will install this OS along with Linux Mint later. I'm currently waiting for my SSD shipment. I have been using HDD for my whole life I kept hearing SSDs are good.
all version windows x-lite 24h2 bootloop on my OLD PC, but all windows x-lite 23h2 works, whats wrong? I used NVME ADAPTER with CLOVER bootloader on HDD. My RIG ( GIGABYTE 970A D3 with LEGACY BIOS ).
24H2 requires your CPU to have SSE4.2 support. If it doesn't, 24H2 will not run on your PC.
@@WindowsX-Lite My procie AMD FX-8320, on CPU-Z has SSE4.2, but when i installed on SATA INTERFACE (without NVME ADAPTER), works great.
@@ISATTRX then, something wrong with your nvme adapter. try to disconnect it and connect it again..
hopefully it will work
Hi there, when will the next version of Optimum 10 pro be released?
Lockscreen wallpaper resets to default on every restart. Please help
you can change it via settings - personalization - lock screen. Requires Windows to be activated to change.
will 24h2 prevent me from downloading some exes or was that removed
can you make windows ltsc 21h2 version.
There is no performance advantage between Home, Pro, or Enterprise editions of Windows.
Thanks for great work !
which one would you say has the BEST performance out of all the builds you have done?
I'm using hp cq presario c700 which supports mbr bios and installed this version of windows 11 lite but it keeps restarting windows isn't opening or working at all! Please help me out what to do!? 😢
24H2 requires a CPU that has SSE4.2 support. If your CPU doesn't you'll have to stick to 23H2 and older version of Windows.
Can you please also make complete ISO so I can install these builds directly from my harddrive? I do not want to use other program or a Usb?
They're intentionally made to require a clean install (not in place upgrade) to make sure the OS is working as intended, as it's a highly optimized and debloated build. This ensures the OS is working as intended.
Yet another wonderful and beautiful build, but am a bit disappointed that on v4.1 which you updated in your website, it doesn't have the new wallpapers anymore.
Noted, thanks Carmen.
Hello conan quick question .i using 1909 with old cpu. should i update 20H2 ? . Because before i know 1909 was good performance but right now i dont know whats goin on. " i ask for old cpu performance "
19H2 is still my favorite version of Windows 10 for performance, but it's up to you if you want to switch.
@@WindowsX-Lite thank you for answer ♥
It is an excellent job in performance, just one detail, there are some problems with Windows Defender, it does not load the window and everything appears black
Install the 'Defender On' Build during Windows Setup!
great work, super fast. But how to change the default lock screen? tried to change "force a specific default lock screen and logon image" under "Administrative Templates-> Control Panel -> Personalization" using gpedit, but doesn't work.
Muy bueno tus videos, excelente aporte. Saludos
Thank you!
Question. I have installed Windows X-Lite "Optimum 11" 24H2 Pro on my desktop. Strangly I can not restart this Program! I can only pick to Shut down! Why is that and how can I add a choice to restart.
Hey how are you doing, i have a small issue while doing the installation (the windows setup) so i finish everything and after all the installation it shows me error (a disk read error occurred press crtl+alt+del to restart)
So please help me in any way
How many disk you have
@@TheHeroOfLegend i have only one ssd Kingston 128 gb and my laptop have all the specs to run win11 even in windows 10 updater i can update to win11
@@Ayham0o which software u used for making bootable usb?
@@TheHeroOfLegend actually i used rufus that came with the folder of this version of windows (optimum 11 v4)
@@Ayham0o Your current drive is on GPT or MBR?
Its working like a charm, however, i can not change brightness of my laptop screen, what should I do to fix it?
That likely means your hardware drivers are not installed. They should download and install automatically once you connect to the internet, but if they are blocked from doing so in your case, you can download your drivers direct from the laptop mfg website, or using software :)
@@WindowsX-Lite thanks a lot
does this works on unsupported win11 machines?
Yes it does. As long as your CPU has SSE 4.2 support, you're good to go!
I have just ordered all the hardware for a high-end pc with a
Ryze 7950x3d and a rtx 4090.
My question is can I simply install your version, which I think is great, on my new system or do I have to pay attention to anything else?
A video from the download to the finished installation would be really good.
All our releases are designed to work on any PC, old or new, weak or strong. So YES! This build will be an awesome compliment for your very capable hardware. - All you gotta do, is write the ISO to USB drive with Rufus, and then boot from the USB drive, and install to any clean formatted partition of your choice. - You got this!
@@WindowsX-Lite Perfect !!!
Thanks for your great work and dedication. I will put it on and try it out as a daily driver.
thnx for icu pc's alive