how do i upgrade from windows 10 to 11

Angela Bonfiglio Allen 0 Reputation points
2026-09-07T19:06:35.6+00:00

How do I upgrade from my existing Windows 10 operating system to Windows 11 operating system?

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
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  1. EmilyS726 264.4K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-09-07T19:38:53.96+00:00

    Hello,

    Did you already run the PC Health Check App?

    https://support.microsoft.com/windows/how-to-use-the-pc-health-check-app-9c8abd9b-03ba-4e67-81ef-36f37caa7844

    If it does meet requirements, you can go here:

    https://www.microsoft.com/software-download/windows11

    Download the installation assistant tool, and run it and upgrade it from there.

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    2026-09-07T19:06:50.77+00:00

    To upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11:

    1. Make sure the PC is running a currently supported version of Windows 10. For direct upgrade through Windows Update, Windows 10 version 2004 or later is required.
    2. Confirm the PC meets the Windows 11 minimum hardware requirements, including:
      • 1 GHz or faster 64-bit CPU with 2 or more cores
      • 4 GB RAM or more
      • 64 GB storage or more
      • UEFI firmware with Secure Boot capability
      • TPM 2.0 enabled
    3. Run the PC Health Check app and select Check now in the Windows 11 section. If the PC is eligible, it will show that it can run Windows 11. If not, it will list what is blocking the upgrade.
    4. Back up important files before starting. The upgrade is designed to keep files and apps, but a backup is recommended before any major OS upgrade.
    5. Use one of these upgrade methods:
      • Windows Update: Go to Start > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update, select Check for updates, and if the device is eligible, select Download and install for the Windows 11 upgrade.
      • Windows 11 Installation Assistant: Download the tool from Microsoft, run it as administrator, and follow the on-screen steps.
      • ISO/USB method: Download the Windows 11 ISO or create installation media, then from Windows 10 run Setup.exe and choose Keep personal files and apps.
    6. Restart when prompted. The PC will reboot several times while Windows 11 installs.

    If the upgrade does not appear in Windows Update:

    • Ensure Windows 10 is fully updated.
    • Recheck compatibility with PC Health Check.
    • If TPM 2.0 or Secure Boot is disabled, enable them in BIOS/UEFI.
    • Use the Installation Assistant or ISO method instead.

    After the upgrade:

    • Run Windows Update again to install the latest updates and drivers.
    • Verify Windows is activated.
    • If needed, there is a 10-day rollback period in Settings > System > Recovery to return to Windows 10.

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