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Copper Contributor

Oct 02, 2021

Switch from Windows 11 ARM preview (Dev) to stable release?

Just a few days ago, I installed the Windows 11 Insider edition (ARM version) on my Mac. It's the Dev channel. I didn't have the option to choose the Beta channel when I installed. Windows 11 is r...

downeaster59

Copper Contributor

Oct 04, 2021

I have since discovered a solution. I did a clean install with the 22000.194 build. That gave me not only Microsoft Store but all the Windows apps that were missing from my Dev build. I was also able to select the Beta or the Release Preview channels. I chose Release Preview and opted out of the Windows Insider Program so I would be on track for official Windows 11 releases.

dryheat3

Copper Contributor

Dec 27, 2021

Thanks for providing these details. I have a couple of questions if you don't mind.

How did you do a "clean install" of Win 11?

Once you completed this process, were you able to activate this installation of Win 11, either through purchasing a new license or upgrading using a previous license?

Thanks!