Why use the offline method?
Many older apps (games, accounting software, CAD tools) require .NET Framework 3.5. Installing it online via Windows Features often fails due to slow downloads or corporate restrictions. The offline method is faster and more reliable.
D:\sources\sxs.sxs folder to a USB drive (e.g., E:\sxs).DISM /Online /Enable-Feature /FeatureName:NetFx3 /All /LimitAccess /Source:E:\sxs
Now you have a portable .NET 3.5 offline installer for all your Windows 10/11 machines. Guide: How to Download & Install
Replace D: with your actual drive letter: From the mounted ISO, navigate to D:\sources\sxs
DISM /Online /Enable-Feature /FeatureName:NetFx3 /All /LimitAccess /Source:D:\sources\sxs
Explanation:
/LimitAccess – prevents contacting Windows Update/Source: – points to the sxs folder on your Windows mediaWindows + X → Select Terminal (Admin) or Command Prompt (Admin).