Receive strange notification while attempting to upgrade to Win 11
Receive strange notification while attempting to upgrade to Win 11
You’re facing the same problem again after switching to an SSD, and you’re considering repeating the process. It might help to follow the same steps carefully.
What are the details? Likely your laptop isn't recognized as compatible with Windows 11. Don't stress—most devices that don't show up listed work just fine. To get started, create a bootable USB with Rufus, skip the compatibility check, then erase and reinstall the system.
I need to keep your dad's laptop intact since a full reset would erase everything.
You have the option to save all data onto an external drive prior to starting a new installation.
This option ensures your system stays current with the latest software updates from Microsoft.
Start the installation from the Windows 11 USB drive immediately. Choose the desired setup type when asked—Upgrade or Custom—and confirm the upgrade option.
Ensure you're using the OS desktop to choose this setting. Clicking it prompts the system to proceed. The user experiencing the problem with this specific option is already aware of it.