How To InsTall Windows 11?

How to Install Windows 11: Step-by-Step Beginner’s Guide (2025)

Installing Windows 11 is easier than ever, whether you're upgrading from Windows 10 or performing a clean installation. This guide will walk you through every step, including requirements, preparation, and installation methods.

1. Check System Requirements

Before installing Windows 11, make sure your PC meets Microsoft’s minimum requirements:

• Processor: 1 GHz or faster, 64-bit, dual-core

• RAM: 4 GB or more

• Storage: 64 GB or more

• TPM: Version 2.0 required

• Secure Boot: Must be enabled

• Graphics: DirectX 12 compatible

• Display: 9-inch or larger, 720p minimum

📌 To check compatibility quickly:
Open the PC Health Check app from Microsoft.

2. Back Up Your Data

Before upgrading or doing a fresh install:

• Save important files to OneDrive, Google Drive, or an external hard drive.

• If you're doing a clean install, data will be erased — backup is essential.

3. Installation Method Options

You can install Windows 11 using one of three methods:

A) Upgrade Through Windows Update (Easiest)

For users who already have Windows 10:

1. Open Settings

2. Go to Update & Security

3. Select Windows Update

4. Click Check for updates

5. If available, select Download and install Windows 11

B) Clean Install Using Installation Media

This method wipes your system and installs a fresh copy.

Step 1: Download the Media Creation Tool

Go to the official Microsoft website and download:

“Windows 11 Installation Media Tool”

Step 2: Create a Bootable USB

1. Plug in a 8GB or larger USB drive

2. Run the media tool

3. Select Create installation media

4. Choose USB flash drive

5. The tool will create a bootable Windows 11 USB

Step 3: Boot From USB

1. Restart your PC

2. Enter BIOS/UEFI (usually by pressing F2, F12, ESC, or DEL)

3. Set USB as the primary boot device

4. Save and exit

Step 4: Install Windows 11

Once the installer loads:

1. Select Language → Next

2. Click Install Now

3. Choose Custom Install

4. Select the drive → Format (optional, for clean install)

5. Click Next

Windows 11 will now install. Your PC may restart several times.

C) Installation Using Windows 11 ISO File

1. Download the Windows 11 ISO from Microsoft

2. Right-click → Mount

3. Open the setup file

4. Select Upgrade or Clean Install

4. Complete Windows 11 Setup

After installation:

• Choose region and keyboard layout

• Connect to Wi-Fi

• Sign in with your Microsoft account

• Set privacy preferences

• Select device type (Home, Gaming, Work)

Setup will finalize and take you to the Windows 11 desktop.

5. Install Drivers & Updates

After installation completes:

1. Open Settings

2. Go to Windows Update

3. Click Check for updates

4. Install GPU, audio, and chipset drivers (NVIDIA/AMD/Intel websites)

6. Optional: Turn On Secure Boot & TPM in BIOS

If your PC didn’t meet requirements earlier:

• Enter BIOS

• Enable TPM (fTPM / PTT)

• Enable Secure Boot

Conclusion

Installing Windows 11 is simple whether you're upgrading or starting fresh. As long as your PC meets the requirements and you follow the steps carefully, you’ll have Microsoft’s latest operating system up and running in no time.