diff --git a/windows/manage/waas-servicing-branches-windows-10-updates.md b/windows/manage/waas-servicing-branches-windows-10-updates.md index 65180b5cba..64dd552067 100644 --- a/windows/manage/waas-servicing-branches-windows-10-updates.md +++ b/windows/manage/waas-servicing-branches-windows-10-updates.md @@ -100,6 +100,80 @@ To prevent devices in your enterprise from being enrolled in the Insider Program - Group Policy: Computer Configuration\Administrative Templates\Windows Components\Data Collection and Preview Builds\\**Toggle user control over Insider builds** - MDM: Policy CSP - [System/AllowBuildPreview](https://msdn.microsoft.com/library/windows/hardware/dn904962%28v=vs.85%29.aspx#System_AllowBuildPreview) +## Switching branches + +During the life of a device, it may be necessary or desirable to switch between the available branches. Depending on the branch you are using, the exact mechanism for doing this can be different; some will be simple, others more involved. + + +++++ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +
From this branchTo this branchYou need to
Windows Insider ProgramCurrent BranchWait for the final Current Branch release.
Current Branch for BusinessNot directly possible, because Windows Insider Program machines are automatically upgraded to the Current Branch release at the end of the development cycle.
Long-Term Servicing BranchNot directly possible (requires wipe-and-load).
Current BranchInsiderUse the Settings app to enroll the device in the Windows Insider Program.
Current Branch for BusinessSelect the Defer upgrade setting, or move the PC to a target group or flight that will not receive the next upgrade until it is business ready. Note that this change will not have any immediate impact; it only prevents the installation of the next Current Branch release.
Long-Term Servicing BranchNot directly possible (requires wipe-and-load).
Current Branch for BusinessInsiderUse the Settings app to enroll the device in the Windows Insider Program.
Current BranchDisable the Defer upgrade setting, or move the PC to a target group or flight that will receive the latest Current Branch release.
Long-Term Servicing BranchNot directly possible (requires wipe-and-load).
Long-Term Servicing BranchInsiderUse media to upgrade to the latest Windows Insider Program build.
Current BranchUse media to upgrade to a later Current Branch build. (Note that the Current Branch build must be a later build.)
Current Branch for BusinessUse media to upgrade to a later Current Branch for Business build (Current Branch build plus fixes). Note that it must be a later build.
+ + ## Steps to manage updates for Windows 10