To get Windows 11 on a Windows 10 Dell Inspiron:
- Check whether the PC is eligible.
- Run PC Health Check.
- If it says the PC can run Windows 11, continue.
- If not, Windows 11 will not install until the listed requirements are met.
- Try Windows Update first.
- Go to Start > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update.
- Select Check for updates.
- If the device is eligible, a banner should appear for Upgrade to Windows 11.
- Select Download and install.
- If Windows 11 does not appear in Windows Update, use the Windows 11 Installation Assistant.
- Download the tool from Microsoft’s Windows 11 software download page.
- Run it as administrator.
- Follow the on-screen steps to download and install Windows 11.
- If needed, use installation media.
- Create a USB installer or ISO using Microsoft’s media creation process.
- This can be used to install Windows 11 if the normal upgrade path does not appear.
- Important: back up files first before installing or reinstalling Windows.
- If compatibility checks fail, common items to review are:
- TPM 2.0 enabled in BIOS/UEFI
- Secure Boot enabled
- Enough free storage space
Important details:
- Upgrading from Windows 10 to Windows 11 is free for eligible devices.
- If Windows 11 is not being offered yet, rollout timing can vary by device.
- If the PC is older and does not meet the minimum requirements, moving to a newer Windows 11 PC may be necessary.