To upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11, follow these steps:
- Check System Requirements: Ensure your PC meets the minimum hardware requirements for Windows 11:
- Processor: 1 GHz or faster, with 2 or more cores, and on the list of supported 64-bit CPUs.
- Memory: 4 GB or more.
- Storage: 64 GB or larger storage device with additional free space (around 20 GB recommended).
- System Firmware: UEFI firmware with Secure Boot capability.
- TPM: Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 enabled.
- Graphics: Compatible with DirectX 12 or later.
- Internet: Required for Windows 11 Home edition during setup.
- Verify Compatibility: Use the PC Health Check tool to confirm if your PC can run Windows 11:
- Download and install the tool from Microsoft.
- Run the compatibility check and address any issues listed.
- Back Up Important Data: Although the upgrade is designed to keep your files and applications, it's wise to back up your important data.
- Upgrade Methods:
- Option 1: Windows Update (Recommended):
- Go to Start > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update.
- Click Check for updates and look for the upgrade option.
- If eligible, select Download and install.
- Restart when prompted.
- Option 2: Windows 11 Installation Assistant:
- Download the Windows 11 Installation Assistant from Microsoft.
- Run it as administrator and follow the instructions to upgrade.
- Option 3: ISO File / USB Installation (Advanced):
- Download the Windows 11 ISO from Microsoft.
- Create installation media using the Windows Media Creation Tool.
- Launch the upgrade from the mounted ISO by running
Setup.exe.
- Option 1: Windows Update (Recommended):
- Post-Upgrade Setup: After upgrading, make sure to install updates and drivers, verify your settings, and customize Windows 11 as needed.