Step-by-Step Guide to Upgrade to Windows 11 24H2 Version

• To upgrade to Windows 11 24H2, navigate to Settings > Windows Update, enable “Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available,” then click on “Check for updates” , and finally tap the “Download & install” button.
• You can also perform the upgrade using the Installation Assistant, an ISO file, or through the Windows Insider Program.

UPDATED 10/2/2024: Windows 11 24H2 (2024 Update) is available starting October 1, 2024. This guide will walk you through the steps for an early upgrade. While early upgrades are typically not advised due to potential bugs and issues, if you’re eager to access the new features, there are several methods to upgrade to version 24H2. For instance, you may enroll your device in the Release Preview Channel of the Windows Insider Program, then use the “Windows Update” settings to perform the upgrade. Alternatively, you can download the Windows 11 24H2 ISO for either a clean installation or in-place upgrade.

Microsoft has released version 24H2 for Copilot+ PCs with ARM-based processors starting June 18, 2024. However, the final release for existing PCs will roll out on October 8, 2024.

The Windows 11 2024 Update introduces a variety of new features, particularly AI-driven innovations through the Windows Copilot Runtime. These include Windows Recall (delayed), Voice Clarity, Windows Studio Effects, Live Captions, and Auto Super Resolution (Auto SR). Non-AI enhancements feature a new Energy Saver mode for laptops and desktops, Windows Protected Print Mode, Linux Sudo command support, and updates for Bluetooth and Sound, including the migration of “Color Management” settings to the Settings app.

If your device already supports Windows 11, you can upgrade directly to Windows 11 24H2 as system requirements have not officially changed.

For users still on Windows 10, a direct upgrade is possible, provided your hardware meets the minimum specifications. This includes having an Intel 8th Gen or newer, AMD Zen 2 or newer, or Qualcomm 7 and 8 Series processor, along with TPM 2.0 and at least 64GB of storage.

This guide will detail the steps necessary to upgrade to the latest version of Windows 11. Should you experience performance issues or compatibility problems with the new version, you can uninstall Windows 11 24H2 following these procedures.

• Upgrade to Windows 11 24H2 from Windows Update
• Upgrade to Windows 11 24H2 from Installation Assistant
• Upgrade to Windows 11 24H2 from ISO file
• Upgrade to Windows 11 24H2 from Insider Program

Upgrade to Windows 11 24H2 from Windows Update

Follow these steps to manually upgrade to Windows 11 24H2 via Windows Update:

1. Open Settings on Windows 11.

2. Click on Windows Update.

3. Enable the “Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available” toggle switch.

4. Click the “Check for updates” button.

   

5. Press the “Download and install” button to proceed with the installation of Windows 11 24H2.

6. Click the Restart now button.

Once completed, your system will be upgraded to version 24H2.

Upgrade to Windows 11 24H2 from Installation Assistant

To upgrade using the Installation Assistant tool, follow these steps:

1. Visit the Microsoft Support website.

2. Click the Download Now button located under the “Windows 11 Installation Assistant” section.

3. Double-click the Windows11InstallationAssistant.exe file to run the tool.

   

4. Click the “Accept and install” button to initiate the upgrade to Windows 11 24H2.

After completing these steps, the setup will continue, and your computer will be upgraded to the latest version of Windows.

You can use the Installation Assistant for upgrades from Windows 10 22H2, Windows 11 23H2, or earlier versions like 22H2 or 21H2 to Windows 11 24H2.

Upgrade to Windows 11 24H2 from ISO file

To upgrade using an ISO file, perform the following steps:

1. Open the Microsoft Support website.

2. Select the Windows 11 option under the “Download Windows 11 Disk Image (ISO) for x64 devices” section.

   

3. Click the Download button.

4. Select your preferred installation language.

   

5. Click the Confirm button.

6. Download the Windows 11 24H2 ISO file to your computer.

   

7. Open File Explorer.

8. Locate the folder containing the ISO file.

9. Right-click the ISO file and select Mount.

   

10. Select the mounted drive from the left navigation pane.

11. Double-click the Setup file to begin the Windows 11 24H2 upgrade process.

12. (Optional) Choose “Change how Windows Setup downloads updates” .

13. Select the “Not right now” option.

    

14. Click Next.

15. Select “I previously installed Windows 11 or Windows 10 on this PC” .

    

16. Click the Enable button (if applicable).

17. Choose the “Keep personal files and apps” option.

    

18. Click the Accept button to agree to the terms.

19. Finally, click the Install button.

To perform a clean installation, select the “Change what to keep” option, choose “Nothing” , click the Next button, and then click the Install button.

Upon completing the above steps, the upgrade to Windows 11 24H2 will commence, transferring your prior settings, applications, and files to the new setup.

Upgrade to Windows 11 24H2 from Insider Program

After October 1, 2024, it is suggested to utilize the Windows Update settings, ISO file, or Installation Assistant tool for your upgrade. However, for users still encountering issues, you can consider the Windows Insider Program, noting that Microsoft may begin releasing builds for newer versions of the operating system at any time.

To upgrade to Windows 11 24H2 early, follow these steps:

1. Open Settings.

2. Select Windows Update.

3. Access the Windows Insider Program page.

   

4. Click the Get started button.

   

5. Select the “Link an account” button.

   

6. Sign in with your Microsoft account.

7. Click the Continue button.

8. Under “Pick your Insider settings,” select the Release Preview Channel option.

   

9. Click the Continue button.

10. Click the Continue button to agree to the terms and conditions.

11. Click the Restart button.

12. After rebooting, open Settings again.

13. Select Windows Update.

14. Click the “Check for updates” button.

15. Finally, click the “Download & install” button to download the latest preview version of Windows 11 24H2.

    

16. Click the Restart button.

Once these steps are complete, Windows Update will download the update and upgrade your device to version 24H2.

After the upgrade, you can remove the device from the Insider Program by turning on the “Stop getting preview builds” toggle switch within the “Windows Insider Program” settings. Although you will still receive previews for version 24H2, your device will be automatically removed from the program once the final version is released.

For Windows 10, navigate to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Insider Program and click the “Get started” button to enroll your device in the Release Preview Channel.

Update October 2, 2024: This guide has been revised for accuracy and reflects the latest process changes.

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