Windows Installation Procedure

To begin the self-install Windows 11 upgrade:

1. Launch the Start Menu
2. Type in Software Center, hit Enter
3. When the Software Center launches, look for Windows 11 23H2 Upgrade PreCache (marked as Available) under ‘Operating Systems’ or ‘Available Software’ tab.
   • Operating System:
     
   • Available Software:
     
4. Upon clicking the item, you will be presented with the Install Prompt
   
5. You will be asked to confirm that you want to install the new operating system
   
6. The task sequence will begin and several subtasks will run during the process
   
7. Please feel free to take a snip or screenshot if there is a fatal error or other unplanned behavior. If such an error occurs, please send the snip/screenshot to helpdesk@peds.ufl.edu or call us at 325-273-5808.
   
8. If successful, the actual installation should start
   
9. The compatibility prechecks will be run by the installer and if everything reports true the installation is ready to begin. If an error occurs, please send the snip/screenshot to helpdesk@peds.ufl.edu or call us at 325-273-5808.
   
10. If you are working with multiple monitors, the one running Software Center will be maximized with a blue background while Windows installs
    
11. After completion, Software Center will reboot the computer and you will be able to log in, which will be lengthy was Windows needs to re-import your local profile. If an error occurs, please send the snip/screenshot to helpdesk@peds.ufl.edu or call us at 325-273-5808.