Warning
Use an administrator account for these steps, and keep a recent backup before making repair or security changes.
What you will achieve
Move to Windows 11 with backups done and hardware requirements confirmed — avoid surprise blockers mid-install.
1) Confirm hardware requirements
- Open Settings → Update & Security → Windows Update on Windows 10.
- Run PC Health Check and confirm TPM 2.0, Secure Boot, and supported CPU.
- Back up user data and export BitLocker recovery keys if device encryption is enabled.
2) Start upgrade safely
- Use Windows 11 Installation Assistant from Microsoft for in-place upgrades.
- Keep the laptop on AC power and do not force reboot during migration phases.
3) Post-upgrade checks
- Activation: Settings → System → Activation.
- Drivers: Device Manager should have no warning icons.
- Security: Windows Security real-time protection enabled.