What is Windows 10 Features on Demand
Windows 10 Features On Demand are additional feature options available through Windows Update. This download allows organizations to pre-configure Windows 10 installation software with these features prior to deployment. This download can also be used to install features from local media. Unlike previous Feature Packs, Features on Demand v2 can apply to multiple Windows builds and can be added using DISM without knowing the build number. Always use Features on Demand that match the architecture of the operating system. Adding Features on Demand of the wrong architecture might not return an error immediately, but will likely cause functionality issues in the operating system. Windows has two different types of Features on Demand:
Windows Features on Demand not installing
Starting with Windows 10 version 1809, FOD (Features on Demand) and language packs can only be installed from Windows Update and not via WSUS. If you cannot install Windows 10 Features on Demand, you’ll need to configure the Group Policy to go directly to Windows Update to download and install FOD. Press Windows key + R, type gpedit.msc, hit Enter to launch the Group Policy editor.
Navigate to Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > System. Scroll down on the right pane, locate and double-click Specify settings for optional component installation and component repair. Click the radio button for Enabled Also, set the following:
Alternate source file path:
Click Apply > OK. Windows 10 v1809 and later users should now be able to download and install Features on Demand.
