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How To Upgrade to Windows 11 From Windows 10 - Step by Step Guide (For Unsupported Hardware)


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FIRST THINGS FIRST! Check Your Current System

Ensure you're on Windows 10 or 11. All good? Move on to the next exciting step!

NEXT UP: Snag the Windows 11 ISO File

Get ready to grab that all-important file. Here's how:

    Jump onto the https://www.microsoft.com/software-download/windows11
    Look out for "disk image" and click it.
    Choose "Windows 11 Multi Edition ISO" from the dropdown.
    Hit "Download Now" and wait for magic to happen.

DON'T MISS THIS: Configure Language Settings

Crucial for a smooth transition:

    Peek at your "regional format" in the PC's region settings.
    Pick a language that matches this format. It's key for keeping all your stuff during the upgrade.
    Click "Confirm," then start the download.

ONWARDS: Mount the ISO File

After downloading:

    Right-click the ISO file and choose "Mount."
    If you see a warning, just go ahead with "Open."
    The ISO contents will now be available to you.

KEEP IT ORGANIZED: Create a Win11 Folder

    Open File Explorer, go to "This PC," then the "C drive."
    Create a new folder named "Win11."

COPY-PASTE TIME: Transfer ISO Files

    Select all files in the ISO (Ctrl+A).
    Drag and drop them into the "Win11" folder.

ALMOST THERE: Eject the ISO

Right-click the mounted ISO in This PC and hit "Eject." Keep the Win11 folder open.

CRITICAL MOVE: Launch Command Prompt as Administrator

Search "CMD," right-click Command Prompt, and select "Run as administrator."

IT'S COMMAND TIME: Enter the Magic Words

In Command Prompt, type:

C:\Win11\setup.exe /product server

Hit Enter to start the setup wizard.

GETTING REAL: Begin the Upgrade

    Click "Change how setup downloads updates," pick "Not right now."
    Click "Next" for system checks.
    Accept the terms to continue.

CHOICES, CHOICES: Choose What to Keep

Decide to keep files, settings, and apps, just personal files, or wipe everything. Then, hit "Next."

THE FINAL COUNTDOWN: Complete the Upgrade

Let the setup do its thing. Click "Install." This might take a while!

WRAPPING UP: Post-Upgrade Steps

    Jump into Windows Update, pause, then resume updates.
    Snag all the latest updates.

CONCLUSION: You Did It!

You've now upgraded to Windows 11 on unsupported hardware. If this guide helped, throw a like my way and stay tuned for more!

 

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