Steps to install Windows 11 preview
Download the ISO file and create a Windows 11 installation USB
To download the Windows 11 ISO file, visit the link here or here.
Next you need to create a Windows 11 installation USB according to the instructions here.
Installing
Step 1: Set up the computer to boot from USB boot
Some computers will automatically recognize the USB boot and proceed to boot into the Windows 11 installation file on the USB after rebooting. If your machine is not among them, you need to set it to boot from USB boot.
- During the boot process, press F2 or F12 (depending on the computer) to access Boot Option Setup
- Then, use the arrow keys to navigate in the BIOS to access Boot > Removeable Devices (or USB Storage Device or External Drive depending on the model), press Enter to select load the operating system from USB.
- If you need more detailed instructions, please visit here: How to set up BIOS to boot from USB/CD/DVD, external hard drive
Step 2: Start installing Windows 11
Basically, the installation process of Windows 11 is not difficult because most of the settings are similar to Windows 10 with only a slight change in the interface.
After performing all the above steps, the system will run USB boot and bring you to the screen to select the time, language and keyboard. When finished, click Next to continue.
Step 3: Click the Install now button to start the installation
Step 4: In the interface to enter the product key, select I don't have a product key
Step 5: On this new screen, you can choose the version of Windows 11 you want to install and then click Next
Step 6: In the next screen, select Custom: Install Windows only (advanced). Note: This option may cause you to lose all data in the drive where you plan to install Windows 11.
Step 7: Select the drive where you will install Windows 11. Here, you can use the drives (available partitions) or create a new drive to install Windows 11
Step 8: The installation will take place and you need to wait a short time before continuing tiếp
Step 9: After installing step 8, the machine will reboot and the welcome screen with the new basic settings of Windows 11 will appear. First, Windows 11 will ask you if this is your country or region? You can reset it if needed.
Step 10: Next is setting up the keyboard. When you have finished selecting the main keyboard, Windows 11 will ask if you want to install an additional keyboard, click Add layout to add or Skip to skip depending on your needs.
Step 11: You have to wait for Windows 11 to check for any updates.
Step 12: At this screen, Windows 11 asks you to choose the intended use of the device. There are two options: Use for personal use and Use for work or study, you choose according to your needs.
Step 13: In this step, you need to set up an account to log in to the device. Microsoft shows default login method with Microsoft account. However you can also change it by clicking Sign-in options
Step 14: In Sign-in options, you have three options: sign in with a security key (USB format), set up an offline account or use the forgot username function.
Step 15a: If you sign in with a Microsoft account, click back to enter your account and password.
Step 15b: If you create an offline account for your device, you will have to set up a login username and password
Step 16a: Set up a PIN for quick login to Windows 11 computers
Step 16b: This step is for those who sign in with a Microsoft account. Windows 11 will ask if you want to restore data from your old computer or do a completely new setup. You choose according to your needs.
Step 17: Choose privacy settings for your computer
Step 18: Customize the experience
Step 19: Select storage. Here, Microsoft will ask you if you want to back up your data to OneDrive or just want to save it on your computer
After step 19 your computer will need a few minutes of setup and you will be greeted by the new look of Windows 11.
Video tutorial to install Windows 11
Good luck!
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