how to Install/Add Microsoft Store to Windows 10 LTSB/LTSC/Server2019/Server2016!!

 

Installing or adding Microsoft Store to Windows 10 LTSB/LTSC or Windows Server editions (2016/2019) is not straightforward because these editions are designed without the Store by default, as part of their minimalistic, enterprise-focused design.

However, it is possible to add Microsoft Store manually, but it involves some advanced steps and risks, including potential system instability or breaking the intended design of these editions.

Here is an overview of the methods you can try:

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Method 1: Using a Third-Party Script (e.g., from GitHub)

There are community-developed scripts that can help install the Microsoft Store and related apps on LTSB/LTSC editions. One popular repository is the "Add-AppxPackage" script approach.

Steps:

1. Download the necessary Appx packages:

   • You need to get the Microsoft Store Appx package and its dependencies.
   • You can extract these packages from a Windows 10 version that includes the Store (e.g., Windows 10 1903 or later).

2. Run the installation script:

   • Some scripts automate adding these packages using PowerShell’s Add-AppxPackage cmdlet.
   • Example repo: https://github.com/Disassembler0/Win10-Initial-Setup-Script (contains scripts to add Store)

3. Run PowerShell as Administrator and execute the script or commands.

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Method 2: Using DISM and PowerShell (Manual Method)

1. Obtain Microsoft Store package (.appx or .appxbundle) and dependencies

2. Install the packages with PowerShell:

Add-AppxPackage -Path "C:\Path\To\Microsoft.Store.appx"

3. Register the Store app (if necessary):

Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"}

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Important Notes:

• Backup your system before proceeding as these operations can cause system instability.
• LTSB/LTSC and Server editions are not intended for Store apps, so some features may not work correctly.
• This process is unofficial and unsupported by Microsoft.
• Installing Store apps might introduce more frequent updates and telemetry, which LTSB/ LTSC  usually avoid.

 

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