How to Install Windows 11: The Complete Step-by-Step Guide for 2025
Below is an easy-to-follow guide for installing Windows 11. Whether you’re performing a fresh install or upgrading from a previous version, be sure to back up all important data beforehand.
1. Preparation and Minimum Requirements
- USB drive with at least 8GB (for installation media)
- PC with internet access
Windows 11 minimum system requirements:
- 1 GHz or faster 2-core 64-bit CPU
- 4 GB RAM
- 64 GB or more storage
- UEFI firmware with Secure Boot capability
- TPM version 2.0 support
- Graphics card compatible with DirectX 12
You can check your PC’s compatibility using Microsoft’s official PC Health Check app.
2. Creating the Installation Media (USB)
- Visit the official Microsoft Windows 11 download page:
https://www.microsoft.com/software-download/windows11 - Click “Download Now” under the Media Creation Tool
- Run the tool, accept terms, and choose language and edition
- Select "USB flash drive"
- Choose your USB (8GB+), and the tool will create the installation media automatically
3. BIOS/UEFI Settings and Booting from USB
- Insert the USB into the PC to install Windows 11 on, then restart it
- Enter BIOS/UEFI by pressing
F2
, F10
, Del
, or the key your PC requires during boot - Set the USB drive as the first boot device in the boot order menu
- Save changes and reboot
4. Installing Windows 11
- When booting from USB, the "Windows 11 Setup" screen appears
- Click "Install Now"
- Enter your product key or select “I don’t have a product key” if you want to enter it later
- Choose the Windows edition (Home, Pro, etc.)
- Agree to the license terms
- Select installation type:
- Upgrade (keep existing files and apps)
- Custom (fresh installation; select or format partitions)
- Installation proceeds automatically; PC restarts during the process
- Complete initial setup after reboot
5. Initial Setup and Connecting to the Internet
- Connect to your network and sign in to your Microsoft account
- Choose region, keyboard layout, and privacy settings as preferred
- Install drivers and any essential software
- You're ready to start using Windows 11
Additional Tips
- If the network is not detected, try the “Continue without internet” option or other workarounds
- You can enter your genuine product key after installation
- Regularly update drivers and Windows for the best performance
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