AtlasOS

AME Beta FAQ

Common questions about AME Beta and troubleshooting installation issues.

What is AME Beta?

AME Beta is the tool used to install and upgrade AtlasOS. It applies the Atlas Playbook to your Windows installation.

AME Beta deleted or closed suddenly

If AME Beta suddenly closes or gets deleted, especially when a new version is released:

  1. Add AME Beta as an exclusion in Windows Security
  2. Or temporarily disable Real-time protection in Windows Security

Info

This is a false positive from Windows Defender. AME Beta is safe to use.

Why is AME Beta being flagged?

AME Beta may be flagged by Windows Defender because it modifies system files. This is expected behavior for a tool that applies system optimizations.

Installation issues

AME Beta won’t open

  • Ensure you’re running as administrator
  • Check Windows Security exclusions
  • Temporarily disable antivirus if needed

Upgrade option not available

  • Verify you’re on AtlasOS 0.4.x or newer
  • Ensure you’re using the latest AME Beta version
  • Check that you’re using the correct Playbook file

Installation fails

  • Check that you have enough disk space
  • Ensure Windows is activated
  • Run AME Beta as administrator
  • Check for conflicting software