Microsoft Windows 11 Professional Installation Guide

Contents of this manual

  • Download
  • System requirements
  • License and activation
  • Upgrade from Windows 11 Home to Windows 11 Pro
  • Upgrade from Windows 10 Pro to Windows 11 Pro
  • Clean installation
  • Remark

Download

Microsoft Windows 11 Pro

Download the desired version via the download link below:

Download link: https://www.microsoft.com/nl-nl/software-download/windows11

(Make sure your device has more than 4 GB of RAM and that you are using the 64-bit version.)

Do you need the installation file in another language or in another version? Then consult the section “Downloads in other languages” further down in this document.

System requirements

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These are the minimum system requirements to install Microsoft Windows 11 on a PC. If your device does not meet these requirements, you may not be able to install Microsoft Windows 11 .

You can download the PC Health Check . This application tells you whether your device is compatible with Microsoft Windows 11.

Element Required
Processor 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster, with 2 or more cores on a compatible 64-bit processor or System on a Chip (SoC).
RAM memory 4 gigabytes (GB).
Storage Storage device of 64 GB or larger. Note: Refer to the section on the required storage space to keep Microsoft Windows 11 up to date further in this document.
System firmware UEFI, compatible with Secure Boot.
TPM Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version 2.0. Refer to the Microsoft instructions to check if your PC meets this requirement.
Graphics card Compatible with DirectX 12 or higher, with a WDDM 2.0 driver.
Screen High definition (720p) display, larger than 9 inches diagonal, with 8 bits per color channel.
Internet connection and Microsoft account Microsoft Windows 11 Professional requires an internet connection and a Microsoft account. For all editions of Windows 11, internet access is required to perform updates and to download and use certain features. A Microsoft account is required for some features.

License and activation

Once you are in possession of the license, follow the steps below to activate your Windows operating system.

Activation with product code:

Go to Settings → System → Activation → Change product code.

In this way, your operating system is activated correctly.

Upgrade from Windows 11 Home to Windows 11 Professional

To upgrade from Windows 11 Home to Windows 11 Professional, you can use a generic product key for the initial upgrade. This code does not permanently activate Windows, but only allows you to switch to the Pro edition. Afterward, you can enter the purchased license key to fully activate Windows.

The procedure is as follows:

1. Go to Settings

  • Open Settings > System > Activation.

2. Change the product code

  • Select “Change product key” and enter the generic code for Windows 11 Professional: VK7JG-NPHTM-C97JM-9MPGT-3V66T.
  • Press “Next” and follow the instructions. The upgrade to the Pro edition will now start.
  • If you receive one of the following error messages on the screen, temporarily disable the internet connection and repeat this step. Your PC will restart automatically. After restarting, you can re-enable the internet connection and proceed with the next steps.

3. Enter the purchased activation key

  • As soon as the system has been updated to Windows 11 Pro, go back to Settings > System > Activation.
  • Select “Change product key” again and enter the purchased Windows 11 Pro license key.
  • Follow the instructions to activate the license.

4. Restart the device if necessary

  • After activation, the system may ask you to restart so that all changes are applied.
  • When you follow these steps, you will have activated Windows 11 Pro on your device.

Upgrade from Windows 10 Pro to Windows 11 Pro

Check the requirements:

Download from Microsoft: https://aka.ms/GetPCHealthCheckApp

  • Install the application and start it.
  • The application indicates whether your computer meets the requirements (TPM 2.0, Secure Boot, compatible CPU, etc.).
  • If everything is in order, proceed to the next step.

Once you have checked these steps and confirmed that everything is in order, we can proceed with the update of your operating system.

Use the Windows 11 Installation Assistant

  1. Download from: https://www.microsoft.com/software-download/windows11
  2. Click on “Download now” under “Windows 11 Installation Assistant”.
  3. Run the installation file (Windows11InstallationAssistant.exe).
  4. Accept the terms → the assistant will download and perform the upgrade from your Windows 10 Pro to Windows 11 Pro, keeping your programs and files.

Clean installation

IMPORTANT NOTE:

This installation guide is intended for users who wish to perform a clean installation of Windows 11 on a new or existing hard drive. This requires technical knowledge at an intermediate or advanced level. If you have no prior experience with clean installations of operating systems, we recommend having the procedure performed by an expert to avoid errors or data loss.

If you already have an installation of Windows 11 Home and only wish to upgrade to Windows 11 Professional, follow the procedure described in the section “Upgrade from Windows 11 Home to Windows 11 Professional”.

Terms and Conditions

  • An empty USB stick with a storage capacity of at least 8 GB.
  • A computer with Windows 10 or Windows 11 (to create the installation media).
  • Back up all your files before you begin, as this procedure will format the disk and delete all existing data.
  • Preserve your important files. A clean installation formats the hard drive and erases all previously stored information.
  • Ensure that you have access to your passwords, files, and licenses before proceeding.

Step 1: Download the Media Creation Tool

Download the official Microsoft program to create an installable USB stick.

  1. Download the Microsoft Windows 11 installation file by clicking the “Download” button at the top of this manual.
  2. Run the downloaded file.

Note: When starting the tool, three initial configuration windows appear (accept changes, accept terms, choose language, and Windows version). Follow the on-screen instructions.

Step 2: Create the ISO file or install directly onto a USB stick

Under “Choose which medium you want to use”, you see two options:

USB stick:

Connect the USB stick to your PC, after which Windows 11 will be automatically downloaded to the stick.

Step 3: Start the installation of Windows 11

  1. With the installation USB ready, connect the USB stick to the computer.
  2. Turn on the computer and open the BIOS or the boot menu.
  3. Set the boot order so that the USB stick is used as the first boot option.
  4. Save the changes and restart the computer.

Note: Consult your device's manual for the procedure to open the boot menu. This varies by manufacturer (F2, F12, ESC, DEL, etc.).

“Select language and edition”

Choose the operating system language and the 64-bit architecture.

Remark

Microsoft has gradually phased out support for a number of older products. Therefore, activation by phone is no longer possible. If you experience problems or have questions during the installation, you can contact our customer service, which is available 24/7.

For faster support, you can also contact us directly via our live chat, which is also available 24/7 on our website.

No solution found?

For activations on multiple devices, follow this manual on each device on which you wish to activate the program.

We wish you a successful installation. If you still have problems or questions regarding the installation, please do not hesitate to contact our customer service at any time. We will assist you as soon as possible.