GamerOS Windows 10 & 11 DIY Preset

xarisathos said:
I used the preset with minimal modifications, but I don't have any language (keyboard) bar at taskbar, as it was originally.

Installed a second typing language, but it doesn't work at all (Shift+Alt). Does anyone know how to recover it and where to change it in NTLite for future installations?
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Always integrate your languages into a clean ISO image (1), then apply Windows updates (2), and GamerOS preset last (3). This order is very important for it to work.

Run this PowerShell command from Post-Setup (User):
Code: 
powershell -nop -ep bypass "$List = Get-WinUserLanguageList; $List.Add("fr-FR"); $List.Add("de-DE"); Set-WinUserLanguageList -LanguageList $List -Force"
where Command is [powershell], and Parameters is [everything else]. Change the list to your added language(s).
 
Thank you Garlin for your quick answer, but I couldn't make it work since I am a total newbie.

The problem is that I don't know how to integrate languages into a clean ISO image, althouth I've read some generic posts about it for Win11, but I'm not sure if they'll work in NTLite at the end.

I tried to went through all the settings one by one (in NTLite), trying to re-activate my missing features (and adding my native language), but the language integration thing is something that I don't get it, maybe because I am a linux guy and the Windows commands seem alien to me yet.
I need to build a Workstation (with W11 Pro For Workstations) for media creation. I did already couple of custom ISO attempts but few essential things (for my workflow) are still missing.

My method was:
1) Extraction of the downloaded W1122H2v2.iso to a folder, which I load it in NTLite
2) Downloaded and Enqueded Windows updates
3) Load GamerOS preset
4) Enable 2nd language for the keyboard from the settings that were disabled
5) Started my modifications (still can't enable MS Store, I need it for AV1/HEVC/HEIF/NVIDIA control panel/Dolby Atmos) going through each menu, many things worked, but the MS Store pre-installations didn't work (ie. Dolby Atmos). Couldn't find any other of the above codecs & NVIDIA panel.
6) Inserted the PowerShell command from Post-Setup (User) with my native language as given above.
7) Created the ISO and burned it to a USB drive via Rufus, where I needed to disable TPM requirement (from Rufus) although it was prior disabled in NTLite. Without it can't install custom ISO via USB, which seems very strange that some tweaks don't work from NTLite.

After installation, can't find ANY way to install 2nd keyboard language, and Shift+Alt doesn't switch to another language that should be pre-installed. The option to appear at the taskbar (as it was normal) is greyed-out, although I enabled all the necessary checkboxes found in NTLite.

Lastly, what setting is it that I can't type at the Win-Start search bar more than 3 letters and dismisses my typing entirely?

I would be grateful if you could guide me.
Thank you
 
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xarisathos said:
My method was:
1) Extraction of the downloaded W1122H2v2.iso to a folder, which I load it in NTLite
2) Downloaded and Enqueded Windows updates
3) Load GamerOS preset
4) Enable 2nd language for the keyboard from the settings that were disabled
5) Started my modifications (still can't enable MS Store, I need it for AV1/HEVC/HEIF/NVIDIA control panel/Dolby Atmos) going through each menu, many things worked, but the MS Store pre-installations didn't work (ie. Dolby Atmos). Couldn't find any other of the above codecs & NVIDIA panel.
6) Inserted the PowerShell command from Post-Setup (User) with my native language as given above.
7) Created the ISO and burned it to a USB drive via Rufus, where I needed to disable TPM requirement (from Rufus) although it was prior disabled in NTLite. Without it can't install custom ISO via USB, which seems very strange that some tweaks don't work from NTLite.
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1) Download and extract 22H2 to a folder, which I load it in NTLite
2) Download additional Language Packs, using this PowerShell GUI script.
3) Add LP's as updates. Apply to image, integrate. Save this new image as your master ISO, instead of using a clean ISO.
4) Download and enqueue Windows updates
5) Load GamerOS preset
6) Enable 2nd language for the keyboard from the settings that were disabled
7) Started my modifications (still can't enable MS Store, I need it for AV1/HEVC/HEIF/NVIDIA control panel/Dolby Atmos) going through each menu, many things worked, but the MS Store pre-installations didn't work (ie. Dolby Atmos). Couldn't find any other of the above codecs & NVIDIA panel.
8) Inserted the PowerShell command from Post-Setup (User) with my native language as given above.
9) Created the ISO and burned it to a USB drive via Rufus, where I needed to disable TPM requirement (from Rufus) although it was prior disabled in NTLite. Without it can't install custom ISO via USB, which seems very strange that some tweaks don't work from NTLite.

When you apply the TPM bypass, it must be added to boot.wim (WinPE Setup). You can check Reapply tasks across editions / Configure - Settings in Apply screen to save yourself time instead of loading boot.wim separately.
 
garlin said:
1) Download and extract 22H2 to a folder, which I load it in NTLite
2) Download additional Language Packs, using this PowerShell GUI script.
3) Add LP's as updates. Apply to image, integrate. Save this new image as your master ISO, instead of using a clean ISO.
4) Download and enqueue Windows updates
5) Load GamerOS preset
6) Enable 2nd language for the keyboard from the settings that were disabled
7) Started my modifications (still can't enable MS Store, I need it for AV1/HEVC/HEIF/NVIDIA control panel/Dolby Atmos) going through each menu, many things worked, but the MS Store pre-installations didn't work (ie. Dolby Atmos). Couldn't find any other of the above codecs & NVIDIA panel.
8) Inserted the PowerShell command from Post-Setup (User) with my native language as given above.
9) Created the ISO and burned it to a USB drive via Rufus, where I needed to disable TPM requirement (from Rufus) although it was prior disabled in NTLite. Without it can't install custom ISO via USB, which seems very strange that some tweaks don't work from NTLite.

When you apply the TPM bypass, it must be added to boot.wim (WinPE Setup). You can check Reapply tasks across editions / Configure - Settings in Apply screen to save yourself time instead of loading boot.wim separately.
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Excellent, many thanks; it did work fine with all the essentials I needed, and the machine now breaths fresh air!

A couple of more things, please.

1) How do I enable in NTLite the hidden icons at the taskbar, next to the clock? It seems to be constantly having all icons visible and I need to hide most of them.
2) Now, it lacks the ability to "Safely remove USB drives". The menu pops up but it doesn't do anything as it did in the past. How can I disconnect any removable drive now without damage? Can it be re-enabled somehow?

Thank you once again and God bless you Garlin for your precious help!
 
xarisathos said:
1) How do I enable in NTLite the hidden icons at the taskbar, next to the clock? It seems to be constantly having all icons visible and I need to hide most of them.
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Windows: Start > Settings > Personalization > Taskbar > Select which icons appear on the taskbar > Always show all icons in the notification area

NTLite: Settings > Desktop > Taskbar - Button grouping

xarisathos said:
2) Now, it lacks the ability to "Safely remove USB drives". The menu pops up but it doesn't do anything as it did in the past. How can I disconnect any removable drive now without damage? Can it be re-enabled somehow?
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This is probably a bug from a component removal. Open File Explorer then right-click on a drive and select "Eject" to safely disconnect a device as an alternative approach, until someone figures out which component causes this issue.
 
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what is the latest version of the preset and post setup files i tired the post setup but some of them are disabled. i dont know which ones do enable and which ones to disable can someone help me plss
 
Most of the GamerOS's removals are components unlocked in the licensed NTLite version. If you're using free edition, many of them won't be applied and skipped over. The Post-Setup script is entirely optional to run.
 
garlin said:
Most of the GamerOS's removals are components unlocked in the licensed NTLite version. If you're using free edition, many of them won't be applied and skipped over. The Post-Setup script is entirely optional to run.
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is there any free alternative for the same??
 
Thank you Hellbovine and garlin, for your replies. Still, the only thing that worked was to turn the hidden taskbar icons on/off via the registry since the "Always show all icons in the notification area" is missing from Windows' Settings but exists at Startisback app taskbar options (which I'm using with Win11).

Regarding the "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media," no luck; it doesn't work either at File Explorer. It does for mounted ISOs, but my external SSD drive can't be safely unplugged, which is a huge bummer. I also looked at the mentioned thread, but it will still take me over 4-5 hours to alter these two missed settings that cause it to break on a 13900K. I don't dare to do and start all over from scratch, but at the same time, I don't know how to live without this simple but essential thing without damaging my data.
I need to check and confirm that 'Device Setup Manager' from 'Remoting and Privacy' actually is the problem since it's been 1.5 yrs since the thread post.

Anyway, thank you both for your time, you really helped me a lot to make it work. God bless you both guys!
 
garlin said:
Most of the GamerOS's removals are components unlocked in the licensed NTLite version. If you're using free edition, many of them won't be applied and skipped over. The Post-Setup script is entirely optional to run.
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Maybe u can convert ur preset to a playbook that can be used in AME wizard a project by ameriolated.io so then both the paid and free users can use that playbook, just a suggestion though!!!!!!
 
ddot2020 said:
Maybe u can convert ur preset to a playbook that can be used in AME wizard a project by ameriolated.io so then both the paid and free users can use that playbook, just a suggestion though!!!!!!
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NTLite is supported by the hard work of one developer. If you want to play with other debloating projects, that's your call.

AME Wizard is mostly post-install tweaks, but for removals it depends on install_wim_tweaks, which is nowhere as sophisticated as NTLite's component removals. A prettier OS isn't necessarily a faster OS. GamerOS is about stripping for performance.
 
ddot2020 said:
Maybe u can convert ur preset to a playbook that can be used in AME wizard a project by ameriolated.io so then both the paid and free users can use that playbook, just a suggestion though!!!!!!
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Ntlite is well worth the buy, bought it full price originally it's just that good. It's the Christmas gift that just keeps giving.
 
Sorry guys, but I 'm back for your assistance.

Unfortunately, the info from the forum regarding the missing ability to "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media" is out-of-date, and the "Device Setup Manager" from 'Remoting and Privacy" does not exist any longer in current NTLite at all.

Actually, the "Eject" button in File Explorer works properly for classic USB flash drives, but for removable SSDs doesn't.
I assume that must be a specific problem due to the nature of these drives being recognized and handled by Windows. It would be nice if someone could elaborate on that.

So the info is currently irrelevant for Win 11 22H2 I'm using.

The only thing that doesn't work is this, but I can't skip it and live without it; removable USB drives are a must nowadays.
Is anything else that you can point me to fix this issue?

Thank you again in advance :)
 
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The BIOS is where I'd start, since hot plug functionality is handled their first. Look over your sata connections and the settings and see if anything can be tweaked to make the external drive appear as removable. Also try different USB ports.

If that doesn't work, open File Explorer, then right-click on the drive, go to properties, then in Hardware select the external drive and go to properties again. Now click "change settings" and then in the new window look at "Policies" and experiment with those options, since they also affect this.

As another idea, go to Windows Settings pages and look for the Bluetooth & other devices page, then click on your external drive and see if the option to "remove" it, or if three little dots appear for additional choices.

You can also mess with this in the registry, but it would make more sense to try and solve this permanently through the BIOS first.
 
Hellbovine said:
The BIOS is where I'd start, since hot plug functionality is handled their first. Look over your sata connections and the settings and see if anything can be tweaked to make the external drive appear as removable. Also try different USB ports.

If that doesn't work, open File Explorer, then right-click on the drive, go to properties, then in Hardware select the external drive and go to properties again. Now click "change settings" and then in the new window look at "Policies" and experiment with those options, since they also affect this.

As another idea, go to Windows Settings pages and look for the Bluetooth & other devices page, then click on your external drive and see if the option to "remove" it, or if three little dots appear for additional choices.

You can also mess with this in the registry, but it would make more sense to try and solve this permanently through the BIOS first.
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Yes bios first then device manager... changing the drive to a quick removal
 
Hi,
As I am doomed to the microsoft store, thanks to the Microsoft flight simulator game, I tested various windows lightweight images (Revi , Atlas, Ghost and GamerOS). Unfortunately, there have always been some problems. Either the game did not want to install, or it could be installed, but in turn could not be launched. I suspect it may be related to services that are disabled such as background apps or windows update. Therefore, I have two questions.
1. Does anyone of you know what services must be enabled for Microsoft Store games to work properly?
2. Can the GamerOS PostSetup.ps1 file be edited and what to remove?
I mention that using NTLite and the GamerOS profile I have enabled:
Windows Store
Xbox App
Xbox Game Bar Plgin
Xbox Game Bar
Xbox Game Speech Window
Xbox Identity Provider
Xbox TCUI
Xbox core
Microsoft Account Control
AAD Broker Plugin
Xaml.2.4 UI
VCLibs 140.00 UWPDesktop
 
Start by reading the notes on post #291.

PostSetup.ps1 can be edited like any script. Make a suggestion to Txmmy to re-organize his script to make it modular, and separate the purely performance tweaks from any aesthetic (UI) changes.
 
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