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  1. If you want to perform a reinstall or clean install of Windows 11 on a new or used PC, use this option to download the media creation tool to make a bootable USB or DVD.

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    You can use installation media (a USB flash drive or DVD) to install a new copy of Windows, perform a clean installation, or reinstall Windows.

    To create installation media, go to the

    , where you'll find step-by-step instructions. On that website, you can select a version of Windows and create your own installation media using either a USB flash drive or a DVD. To go directly to one of the versions, select one of these links:

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  2. Software Download Home ; Windows. Windows 11; Windows 10; Windows 8.1; Windows 7

  3. Create Windows 10 installation media To get started, you will first need to have a license to install Windows 10. You can then download and run the media creation tool. For more information on how to use the tool, see the instructions below.

  4. Create Windows 11 installation media On the Windows 11 software download page, select Create tool now and follow the instructions to install Windows 11. Warning: Microsoft recommends against installing Windows 11 on a device that does not meet the Windows 11 minimum system requirements.

  5. To check if Windows 11 is ready for your device, go to Start > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update and select Check for updates. If the upgrade is available for your device and you want to proceed, download and install it.

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  7. Once Windows 11 has been tested and validated for your specific PC, Windows Update will indicate that the upgrade is ready for installation. To see if your PC is eligible, download the PC Health Check app.