Clean update backup method choice when preparing an image for subsequent customization

intelfx

New Member
Hi.

Let's say I need to build lots of customized Windows images. Consequently, to reduce the time of each individual image build, I want to integrate upgrades into an intermediate image and then use that as a base for further customization.

So, instead of doing this:

Code:
Unmodified ISO -> NTLite (updates + component removals + customizations) -> Final ISO

I will do this:

Code:
Unmodified ISO -> NTLite (updates) -> Intermediate ISO -> NTLite (component removals + customizations) -> Final ISO



Hence, the question:

To avoid any problems with further customization during the second step, which clean update backup methods are safe to choose at the first step? Or should I delay clean update backup until the final step?
 
Make a second run to clean WU cleanup.
In first run NTL removes components.
Unload and load again and make a WU cleanup and you'll have a more lited image for install.
I can Recommend DISM Cleanup which should make no harm to next months updates.
 
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