Overview
This article provides step by step instructions to update Windows devices to the Windows 11 operating system.
How-To
Note: Before you begin, back up your files and bookmarks as a precaution. Although we’ve experienced no data loss in our testing, it’s always best to be safe. The upgrade process is estimated to take around 2 hours if you are on campus, longer if you are off campus. If you have any concerns or prefer assistance, the IT Solutions Center is here to help.
Update to Windows 11:
1. Open Software Center on your device. You can type "Software Center" in the search. Or, you can open the Apps list and find it there.
2. Once Software Center is open, select the Operating Systems options in the column on the left.
3. Select the Windows 11 Upgrade button.
4. On the next page, select the purple Install button.
5. A message will pop up confirming that you want to begin the install. If you want to continue, click Install.
6. The install will begin and show a progress bar on your desktop. Note: The computer may restart multiple times during this process. You won’t need to log back in until the entire update is completed.
7. When the update is completed, the device will restart one more time and go to the login screen.
8. Login with your StarID and password as you normally would. The first login may take a few minutes to complete.
9. You can verify the upgrade was successful by opening up Software Center and looking at the Windows 11 Upgrade. The status should say Installed.
Outcome
The device will be updated to Windows 11.
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