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How to Install Windows 11: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide
Windows 11 is Microsoft’s latest operating system, offering a modern interface, improved performance, and new features. Whether you're upgrading from Windows 10 or doing a fresh install, here's how to install Windows 11 on your PC.
System Requirements for Windows 11
Before starting, make sure your PC meets these minimum requirements:
- Processor: 1 GHz or faster with 2+ cores on a compatible 64-bit processor
- RAM: 4 GB or more
- Storage: 64 GB or larger
- TPM: Version 2.0
- Secure Boot: Enabled
- Graphics card: DirectX 12 compatible.
Use Microsoft’s PC Health Check Tool to confirm compatibility.
Method 1: Upgrade via Windows Update (For eligible PCs)
- Go to Settings → Update & Security → Windows Update
- Click Check for updates
- If your device is eligible, you’ll see Upgrade to Windows 11 is ready
- Click Download and install
- Restart your PC when prompted
Best for users who want to upgrade without losing data.
Method 2: Install via Installation Assistant
- Download the Windows 11 Installation Assistant from the Microsoft website
- Run the tool and follow the on-screen instructions
- The assistant will guide you through downloading and installing Windows 11
Method 3: Create a Bootable USB Drive (Clean Install)
What You Need:
- 8 GB USB drive
- Another working PC for creating bootable pendrie
- Internet connection
Steps:
- Download the Media Creation Tool from the official Windows 11 download page
- Insert your USB drive
- Launch the tool and choose Create installation media
- Select language, edition, and architecture (64-bit)
- Choose USB flash drive and create bootable media
- Plug the USB into the target PC
- Restart and press the boot key (F12, Esc, or Del depending on your PC)
- Boot from the USB
- Follow the installation steps:
- Choose language and region
- Click Install Now
- Enter product key or skip
- Choose Custom: Install Windows only
- Select the partition and format (for clean install)
- Installation will begin – PC will reboot several times
Best for fresh installs or major upgrades.
Post-Installation Steps
- Install drivers (automatically or via manufacturer’s website)
- Run Windows Update
- Install necessary software
- Set up Microsoft account and OneDrive
- Customize settings and privacy options
Final Tips
- Back up your data before a clean install
- Use a stable internet connection
- Ensure your system firmware (BIOS/UEFI) is up-to-date
- If TPM/Secure Boot is disabled, enable it from BIOS
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