About this tag
RTM stands for Release to Manufacturing, indicating a version of software that has been finalized and released to manufacturers for distribution. On WindowsForum.com, discussions about RTM cover Windows 10 builds, such as the Fall Creators Update reaching RTM status, and issues like mouse unresponsiveness in Windows 10 RTM. Users also ask about RTM installation media, activation, and limitations compared to standard versions. RTM is referenced in the context of Intel microcode updates for Spectre vulnerabilities and Microsoft .NET Core bug bounty programs, which target the latest RTM versions. The tag appears in threads about insider previews, where users may need to install an RTM build to receive new builds.
  1. kemical

    KB4090007: Intel microcode updates

    Intel release updates for Spectre on 6th generation (Skylake) chips: Intel Link Removed that they have completed their validations and started to release microcode for newer CPU platforms around Spectre Variant 2 (CVE 2017-5715 (“Branch Target Injection”)). This update includes microcode...
    • kemical
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    • cpu cve-2017-5715 fall creators update guidance intel manufacturer microcode microsoft update catalog mitigation patch registry rtm security skylake spectre speculative execution update vulnerability windows 10 windows server
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    • Forum: Software Updates
  2. ragnarok1968

    Windows 10 Windows 10 Fall CU in RTM

    link: https://www.neowin.net/news/windows-10-fall-creators-update-reaches-rtm-almost-ready-for-prime-time It has been quite the journey for this leg of the update cycle for Windows 10. The firm made some hefty promises during Build 2017 showing off some interesting features, only to have some...
  3. jonhsame

    Windows 10 Anyone heard of a new RTM date?

    I was just wondering, since July 9th has been missed, I have heard it will be sometime around July 16th. Anyone heard anything for sure? I still haven't deciphered the comments about releasing the final version to the Insiders on July 29th. I suppose technically, the public release has been...
  4. News

    Announcing a Microsoft .NET Core and ASP.NET Core Bug Bounty

    It’s our pleasure to announce another exciting expansion of the Link Removed. Today, we will be adding .NET Core and ASP.NET Core to our suite of ongoing bounty programs. We are offering a bounty on the Windows and Linux versions of Link Removed and ASP.NET Core starting on September 1, 2016...
    • News
    • Thread
    • application asp.net core beta bug bounty framework hacking kestrel linux microsoft payment penetration testing programs rtm security software visual studio vulnerability web development windows
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Security Alerts
  5. brkkab

    Windows 10 Right-click & Left-Click mouse issues in Windows 10

    Has anyone else noticed that our mouse has become severely unresponsive in Windows 10 RTM since sometime between November, 2015 until now ?? It's beyond annoying that it takes 4+ right or left click's to get a response from the mouse in Windows 10. Worst yet is Microsoft seems to only be...
    • brkkab
    • Thread
    • bugs features left click microsoft mouse issues november 2015 right click rtm unresponsive user experience windows 10
    • Replies: 22
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  6. J

    Windows 10 Not getting new insider previews

    Hi, I have done a fresh Windows 10 install on my pc, because I was not receiving insider builds on my old install. I'm running Enterprise version and was on the last 1511 verison before the fresh install. Now I installed Windows 10240 RTM version on my pc and registered to get insider build...
    • Johnwoo
    • Thread
    • build clean install enterprise insider preview rtm troubleshooting update issues version 10240 windows 10 windows installation
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Windows Upgrade and Installation
  7. P

    Windows 7 What does "RTM" installation mean?

    I read occasionally about RTM installation DVDs. I think its the abbreviation of "Ready-to-manufacturing" What does that mean in detail? Is this a pre-release? Or something like a special OEM version? Can I activate it "as usual"? Has it some limitations over a "normal" Pro version? Is this...
  8. Win10Customs

    Ms office 2016

    Comment below if you want Office 2016 rtm
    • Win10Customs
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    • application comments microsoft microsoft office office 2016 office suite productivity rtm software user request
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Software
  9. Windows 10 General Availability Discussion Pt. 2/2

    Windows 10 General Availability Discussion Pt. 2/2

    We go through Windows 10 live on air.
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    • availability computer rtm software windows windows 10
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  10. vanchienbmt

    VIDEO Fix Bug No Upgrade to Windows 10 RTM 10240.16405

    IF anyone can't get windows 10 rtm release 29/7/2015 from Windows update you can fix it! Working 100%
  11. Mike

    Windows 10 Microsoft prepares zero day patch to fix Windows 10 battery life

    Microsoft is apparently working closely with Intel to fix a 10% loss in battery life found with their Windows 10 operating system compared to Windows 8.1. The zero-day patch would affect millions of computers and will likely be available on July 29th. Source: Microsoft and Intel working on...
  12. Mike

    Windows 10 Welcome to Windows 10 Upgrade and Installation

    Hello, this is a new forum that has become publicly available and is designed for use on July 29th, 2015. If you are running into an upgrade problem through Windows Update, presumably running Windows 10 Insider Preview, Windows 8, or Windows 7, please always specify the following information...
  13. Mike

    Windows 10 Download Windows 10 RTM Build 10240 64-bit US English ISO

    Windows 10 RTM Build 10240 64-bit US English ISO Please read this entire post CAREFULLY for your own sanity! DOWNLOAD LINK This file has been generated from the official Microsoft Windows 10 64-bit US English Install.ESD using the ESD to ISO conversion utility. Here is important information...
  14. Saltgrass

    Windows 10 Anyone heard of a new RTM date?

    I was just wondering, since July 9th has been missed, I have heard it will be sometime around July 16th. Anyone heard anything for sure? I still haven't deciphered the comments about releasing the final version to the Insiders on July 29th. I suppose technically, the public release has been...
  15. Sonny

    Windows 10 Windows 10 Has Reached RTM Escrow

    Development of the new features has officially frozen today, according to the reports swirling the web. Windows 10, it is being said, has reached the important RTM Escrow stage. Link Removed
  16. Saltgrass

    Windows 10 Another Leaked build 10134 (and 10135)

    It looks like another leaked build is out. If that is the case and we end up getting an official release in the next week, would that be the last build prior to the RTM? If I was Microsoft, I would release an RC about 2 to 3 weeks prior to the RTM. Depending when the RTM would be finalized...
    • Saltgrass
    • Thread
    • beta testing build 10134 build 10135 leaked builds microsoft release candidate rtm software development update windows 10
    • Replies: 41
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  17. Trouble

    Windows 10 Bought mine today

    Pre-ordered Windows 10 Pro OEM today. Supposedly available 08/31/2015 about a month after the rumored RTM in late July...
  18. Fierce Guppy

    Windows 8 Are Win+Q and Win+S identical under 8.1 RTM?

    Pressing Win+Q under Windows 8.0 and Windows 8.1 Preview on my desktop PC and laptop displayed the app search screen. Under Window 8.1 RTM Win+Q shows only the Search charm which is identical to pressing Win+S. Is this the case after you upgraded, too? The same happened on my laptop for about...
  19. kemical

    Windows 8 8.1 Updates for existing users

    As most users are aware 8.1 has now been released to the general populace. If however you were running 8.1 prior to the release due to a Technet or MSDN account then do check Windows update as some updates have been released to coincide with the general availability of the RTM. One is even a...
  20. Vinicius de Melo Rocha

    Windows 8 Is it possible to upgrade to Windows 8.1 final from RTM?

    Is it possible to upgrade to Windows 8.1 final from RTM? How?