How to Update to Windows 11

Zachary Watson

May 27, 2025

This article is designed to assist you in updating to Windows 11 from Windows 10.

Before you begin:

Below are the two ways you can upgrade to Windows 11.

Option 1: Using Windows Installation Assistant:

Download Windows 11 Installation Assistant.
Open the download and Select Run.
Once the tool is ready, click the Restart Now button to complete installation on your computer.
It might take some time to install Windows 11, and your PC will restart a few times.  Make sure you don’t turn off your PC.

Option 2: Using Windows Update in Settings:

Right-click on the Start menu and then select Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update.
In the Windows Update window that opens, select the Check for updates button.

Note: If there are updates available for the current version of Windows, the Windows 11 upgrade might not be made available until those updates are installed. Install any updates for the current version of Windows, restart the device, and then try checking for the Windows 11 upgrade again.
In the Software License Terms window that opens, select the Accept and install button.
The Windows Update window refreshes and Status: shows the progress of the Windows 11 upgrade downloading and installing.
Once the installation portion of the Windows 11 upgrade is done in Windows 10:

The Windows Update window refreshes and changes to Restart required. The Status: also updates to Pending restart.

A Windows Update notification is displayed in the notification area with the message Restart to install the newest Windows feature update.
The device restarts and the Windows 11 upgrade process continues. The device restarts automatically a few more times to finish installing Windows 11.
The Windows sign-on screen is displayed once the Windows 11 upgrade is done. Sign into the device to complete the upgrade.

If you need any further assistance, please contact the IT Support Center (626-815-5050) or come in person during regular office hours.