How to Upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11

This article explains how to upgrade your Windows 10 computer to Windows 11 using the Installation Assistant.
 

1. Download the Windows 11 Installation Assistant from the Microsoft software support download page.
    
2. Double-click the Windows11InstallationAssistant.exe file to launch the tool.  This is typically found in your Downloads folder.
    
3. Click the Accept and install button to begin the installation.

4. Once the tool confirms that the hardware and software configuration are compatible, the Windows 11 installation files will start downloading.  Step 1 of 3:  Downloading can take 30 minutes or longer depending on your download speed.

5. The second step (Verifying download) appears while the application checks to be sure the installer downloaded properly. This process will likely take only a few minutes.

6. The final step shows that Windows 11 is being installed. This process can take 30 minutes or longer depending on your computer hardware.

7. When the installation is complete you will be prompted to reboot your computer. There is a 30-minute count down. You can hit Restart Later to postpone installation or Restart Now to complete the installation now. 
   • If the countdown finishes without any action on your part, a pop-up window appears saying, "You're about to be signed out" a few minutes before the application automatically signs you out and reboots your computer.
      
9. Your device will reboot a few times while it is updating. This process can take 30 minutes to an hour.
    
10. Once this is done, you will be able to sign into Windows 11.