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titleWhat are the minimum hardware requirements for Windows 11?

The table below summarizes the minimum hardware requirements for running Windows 11:  

Processor 

1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster with 2 or more cores on a compatible 64-bit processor or System on a Chip (SoC). 

RAM 

4 gigabytes (GB). 

Storage 

64 GB or larger storage device. 

System firmware 

UEFI, Secure Boot capable. For information on how your PC might be able to meet this requirement, read Windows 11 and Secure Boot

TPM 

Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version 2.0. You may need to enable TPM 2.0 on your PC to meet this requirement. 

Graphics card 

Compatible with DirectX 12 or later with WDDM 2.0 driver. 

Display 

High definition (720p) display that is greater than 9” diagonally, 8 bits per color channel. 

Internet connection 

Internet access is required to perform updates and to download and take advantage of some features. 

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titleWhen can I update to Windows 11?

ITS will be pushing updates in May 2023, but you are welcome to update your device using training guides.

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titleCan I install Windows 11 on my personal device?

If your personal device meets the minimum hardware eligibility requirements, you can install Windows 11 by following the instructions in Windows 11: A new era for the PC begins today https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2021/10/04/windows-11-a-new-era-for-the-pc-begins-today/ .  

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titleDo I need to backup my data, settings, and apps before updating to Windows 11?

While the Windows 11 upgrade process will migrate all your data and settings, backing up your data to OneDrive for Business is always a good idea.  

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