Let’s look at how to use this helpful tool and how to use it to get Windows 11 on your PC today.
How to Download and Install the Windows 11 Installation Assistant
Microsoft aims to make upgrading to Windows 11 as easy as possible. As such, using the Installation Assistant is a straightforward process.
To start, head on over to the official Microsoft.com download page for Windows 11.
This page offers a few different options for installing Windows 11. The Windows 11 Installation Assistant is the first option, so go ahead and click Download Now. This will download a small .exe file. Launch Windows11InstallationAssistant.exe to install the lightweight program.
Note: Depending on the hardware of your machine, the Installation Assistant may prompt you to use the PC Health Check in order to ensure your system is fully compatible with Windows 11. If this step is preventing you from proceeding with the installation assistant, consider other options for upgrading to Windows 11.
How to Use the Windows 11 Installation Assistant
Assuming your PC has passed Microsoft’s hardware check, the Windows 11 Installation Assistant is very straightforward. After accepting the License Terms by hitting Accept and Install, the Installation Assistant will immediately begin downloading the files required. If you’re running low on storage space to make the installation, the Installation Assistant will notify you of this.
After downloading the files required, the Installation Assistant will automatically move on to installing the files. This process could take several hours. Make sure your system can stay on during this period and that you don’t leave any unsaved work.
When finished, the Windows 11 Installation Assistant will schedule a time to restart and finalize your upgrade. You can restart immediately if you’d prefer.
You’re now on Windows 11. Remember, if you’re not too sure about the change, Microsoft offers a system to downgrade back to Windows 10 within 10 days of the upgrade.
Streamlining the Windows 11 Installation Process
Upgrading to Windows 11 from a Windows 10 system is easy, and Microsoft has put in a lot of effort to make sure your files and programs carry over untouched. Whenever you’re ready to take the plunge, rest assured that it will only take an afternoon, at the longest.
