Getting ready for the Windows 11 upgrade — by Microsoft Support

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A preparation checklist for moving a PC to Windows 11. It covers confirming the PC is eligible, signing in with a Microsoft account, backing up key folders and then installing through Windows Update.

Quick steps

Check the PC meets the requirements with PC Health Check
Sign in with a Microsoft account
Back up key folders to OneDrive
Choose Download and install in Windows Update once Windows 11 is offered

Paraphrased from the source. Menus can differ by version, so check the original for full details.

Read the full article on support.microsoft.com

Source: Getting ready for the Windows 11 upgrade by Microsoft Support. Licence: Link only (©).

Source reviewed: 2026-11-02
Link checked: 2026-11-02
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