How to Upgrade to Windows 10 Version 1709 Fall Creators Update from - Microsoft Community
note: if computer has a intel clover trail processor, not compatible windows 10 1709 or 1703. computers should continue use windows 10 1607, continue receive support until january 2023.
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despite free upgrade offer lasted 1 year, many users running windows 7 skipped windows 10 offer. said, computers still running older version of windows can still upgrade windows 10. decided create tutorial using windows 7. after 3 major revisions, users running windows 7 rtm release can perform in place upgrade latest version of windows 10 called creators update. process no different initial release, if curious know , can pc on latest version of windows, here how it.
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for users running previous version of windows such windows 7 need purchase license windows 10, if did not take advantage of free upgrade offer. might still qualify free upgrade through several channels. see links resources:
windows 10 free upgrade still available
the windows 10 versions 1709 , 1703 part of microsoft’s ongoing strategy deliver windows service.
how windows 10 creators update iso.
the media creation tool updated can download latest version iso containing windows 10 creators update. learn more how download iso file, check out following article:
how download official windows 10 iso files
how create bootable copy of windows 10 creators update iso.
before can use windows 10 creators update iso, need initialize it. whether choose burn blank dvd or copy install files empty usb thumb drive. learn how it:
how prepare bootable install media windows 10 - dvd, usb or sd card
for troubleshooting instructions, please scroll down further.
starting upgrade
boot windows 7 desktop. if installing dvd or usb thumb drive, insert or connect it, click run setup.exe. if setup not start automatically, click start > computer > open drive containing windows 10 setup files, double click setup.exe.
click yes if prompted user account control dialog.
wait while setup initialized.
you can select download , install important updates before upgrading. recommended since can ensure smooth upgrade. if not connected internet, select not right now radio box instead. click next.
wait while windows 10 setup checks system compatibility issues.
if windows 7 installation not activated, need enter valid windows 10 key; windows 7 key not work. if don't have valid windows 10 key, have boot windows 10 install media (dvd or usb), perform clean install, skip when prompted enter product key, activate using windows 7 product key after reaching desktop. if have windows 7 product key, try activating installation first, restart setup.
accept end user license agreement.
wait while windows 10 setup 1 final check ensure system ready.
windows 10 setup check if have enough disk space. if don’t, review following article instructions how upgrade windows 10 creators update on system limited space:
how upgrade windows 10 creators update on drive limited space
note, have option of choosing keep, includes personal files, apps , settings.
if want perform new install or keep files click change keep. once have chosen desired options, click install begin.
to learn more performing clean install: how to: perform clean install of windows 10
this screen little while. during installation, computer restart several times.
after first restart, windows 10 setup resume. notice setup experience has once again been refined previous animated circle. screen while. when complete, windows 10 setup restart automatically.
users upgrading windows 7, have few more steps complete before reaching desktop. click next, sign in.
here, can adjust privacy settings. let choose want windows 10 know you. can accept defaults or take time , review them. click toggle button turn on/off setting. can make changes @ anytime after reaching desktop, click start > settings > privacy.
cortana new digital assistant built windows 10 helps sorts of things like: track package, find information on web , pc, find name of song playing, tell joke, create reminder or schedule appointment. cortana not required, makes windows 10 unique experience.
windows 10 comes built in new generation of programs called universal apps. these apps can many things manage images (photos); buy, listen , stream music (groove); buy, watch, tv , movies (movies & tv); browse web safely, ask questions, write on web pages , enhance extensions (edge). can change defaults here , anytime in windows 10. click next continue.
sign account.
wait while windows 10 completes application updates , post setup tasks.
that’s it, windows 10 creators update installed.you can check windows update latest updates, click start > settings > update & security > windows update > check updates.
how prepare computer before upgrading?
although updating windows 10 version 1709 is relatively simple process, similar repair upgrade; users should perform basic pre-requisites before initiating upgrade.
if finding difficult carry out of steps described below, please review detailed instructions how perform them:
12 things should before installing windows 10
when making significant changes computer such updating operating system, should backup.
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disable (preferrably uninstall) your antivirus utility before attempting upgrade.
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restart few times try again.
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disable general usb devices (example - smart card reader). you can device manager.
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if have external devices attached machine, disconnect them (example, gaming controllers, usb keys, external hard disk, printers, non-essential devices).
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load bios reset bios defaults.
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check if there available bios updates system, apply them.
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perform clean boot, restart try again.
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if upgrading using .iso file, disconnect internet during setup, if connected lan (ethernet) or wi-fi, disable both attempt setup again.
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if updating through windows update, when download reaches 100% disconnect internet lan (ethernet) or wi-fi proceed installation.
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if not work, try using .iso file upgrade if possible.
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if connected domain, switch local account or upgrade based on system administrators discretion.
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