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ThomasQuinn
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Mar 03, 2025

How Can I Install Windows 11 24H2 on Any Computer?

I am at a small company and there are dozens of PCs and laptops to be upgraded to Windows 11 per boss request. Unfortunately, some of the PCs meet the Windows 11 24H2 system requirements and some of ...
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MarylandCrab
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Mar 03, 2025

Installing Windows 11 24H2 update on any computer can be a bit of a journey. First things first, make sure your computer can handle Windows 11. You’ll want to check for these basic requirements: 

1: Check Compatibility

  • Processor: 1 GHz or faster with 2 or more cores on a compatible 64-bit processor.
  • RAM: At least 4GB.
  • Storage: 64GB or larger storage device.
  • TPM: TPM version 2.0.
  • Graphics Card: DirectX 12 compatible with WDDM 2.x.
  • Display: >9” with HD resolution.
  • You can use the PC Health Check tool from Microsoft to double-check if your machine is good to go.

 

2: Now, for the fun part! You can do this through the Windows 11 Installation Assistant or by creating bootable media:

  1. Using Installation Assistant: If you’re already running Windows 10, download the Windows 11 Installation
  2. Assistant from Microsoft’s website and run it.
  3. Creating Bootable USB: If you want a clean install, you might want to create a bootable USB drive:
    -Head over to the Windows 11 download page.
    -Download the Media Creation Tool.
    -Run the tool and select the option to create installation media (USB flash drive).
    -Follow the prompts to make your bootable USB drive.

 

3: Install Windows 11 24h2 on any computer

  • Using Installation Assistant: Just follow the prompts! It’s pretty straightforward.
    Using Bootable USB:
    -Plug in the USB drive and reboot your computer.
    -Enter your BIOS/UEFI settings (usually by pressing a key like F2, F12, DEL, or ESC right after turning it on).
    -Change the boot order to boot from the USB drive.
    -Save and exit. This should start the Windows 11 installer.
  • Follow the prompts: choose your language, time, and keyboard settings, then click “Install Now”.
  • Choose whether to keep your files/apps or do a clean install (it's best to wipe if you're going fresh).
  • Let it do its thing, and wait while it installs.

 

4: Set Up Windows 11
Once it’s installed, you’ll go through the setup process. Choose your preferences, sign in with your Microsoft account, and voila! You’re in.

 

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