So my pc system settings say I'm on windows 11 pro but windows update says "Get the new version of windows to stay up to date Your version of windows has reached the end of service"

Hello,

Instead of upgrading straight to 24H2, I would recommend updating to 23H2 (released in the second half of 2023), the version before 24H2, and then using the steps I mentioned to vernglo vernglo (I can tell you the directions if you need)

To do this, you will need to download an enablement package from the Microsoft Update Catalog.

However, to make things easier, the direct download link to download the 23H2 enablement package is linked below, located at https://catalog.sf.dl.delivery.mp.microsoft.com/filestreamingservice/files/caa3ff4a-6420-4341-aeae-33b2d7f463be/public/windows11.0-kb5027397-x64_3a9c368e239bb928c32a790cf1663338d2cad472.msu. Once the .msu file finishes downloading, double click the file in your downloads folder and then you should see a window that is named "Windows Standalone Update Installer".

Let the Windows Standalone Update Installer install the enablement package, and then if prompted, restart your PC.

Then, you should be on Windows 11, version 23H2. You can check by opening the Start Menu, typing winver, then pressing the Enter key on your keyboard, and then it should say something like "Microsoft Windows Version 23H2".

Windows 11 23H2 isn't out of service just yet, so you can stay on 23H2, but if you would like to upgrade to 24H2, you can just ask for the instructions.

Let me know how this goes.

Hello,

You might have to run a in-place upgrade. This will fix any corrupt system files, run updates, and upgrade to the latest version of Windows 11 (which would be 24H2).

You can use the Windows 11 Installation Assistant, the Windows 11 ISO, or the Media Creation Tool. All three of these options will get you to Windows 11, version 24H2.

To use the Windows 11 Installation Assistant, download the Windows 11 Installation Assistant and then run it. You should see some prompts telling you about Windows 11 and what it'll install. Let it download and install 24H2.

To use the Windows 11 Media Creation Tool, download the Windows 11 Media Creation Tool, and run the MCT. Once it finishes loading, push "Upgrade this PC Now". Let the MCT install the Windows 11 installation files, and then let it check for updates, and then let it install Windows 11.

To use the Windows 11 ISO, download the Windows 11 ISO, (you can find it here, scroll down to where you see ISO for Windows 11 x64 devices), mount it, and then run setup.exe (if you see a UAC prompt, push yes). Follow the prompts on-screen and then let setup.exe update and install Windows 11, 24H2.

All of these steps will get you to 24H2 and will take a while to install. It's best to do this at night when you're not doing anything important. Just make sure to save your files before you start.

Hope this helps, and if you have any questions, don't hesitate to let me know!

Is the windows 11 pro upgrade free? As I already have windows 11 pro installed. What is the link for this upgrade? I have version 22H2. Previously I had Windows 7 and then Widows 10, and never had this issue that my system needs an upgrade after two years.

Hi, I am Dave, I will help you with this.

Click your Start Button, then just type winver and press Enter, on the resulting dialog, is it indicated you are currently on version 21H2 or 22H2 of Windows 11?

If you are on either of those versions, then you do need to update your system.

The most successful method to install version 24H2 is to use the Windows 11 ISO.

Please follow the steps, this is then not like re-installing Windows, it is just like an update and your personal files, settings and installed software will not be affected.

Click this link:

https://www.microsoft.com/software-download/win...

to download the Windows 11 ISO

When the ISO file completes downloading

Disconnect from the Internet

Disconnect all external devices with the exception of a mouse or keyboard.

Temporarily disable any 3rd party Anti-virus you may have installed

Then, in Windows File Explorer, double click the ISO and then run Setup.exe and select the Install option.

A new version of Windows is released every year, in the second half of the year. The current version of Windows is Windows 11 24H2. The previous version of Windows was Windows 11 23H2.

Each version of Windows is supported for 2 years. So, for example, if your computer currently has Windows 11 22H2 (or earlier) then your version of Windows is no longer supported and "has reached the end of service."

Windows product lifecycle information is found on Microsoft's website here.