How to Download and Install Windows 11 on Any Computer
Windows 11 will officially launch on June 24 however ahead of the official release, the ISO file of the beta version has been leaked on the internet. Windows 11 comes packed with severalnew featureswhich are more than enough to make people curious about the latest release. In this guide, we will tell you whether you should install this version of Windows 11, where you should install it, and how using our step-by-step guide.
Note that you may test drive Windows 11 safely even if you don’t have a spare computer on you. Read along to find out how.
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Why Install Windows 11 on Virtual Machine
There are multiple reasons and some of them are:
You can try a virtual machine tool called Oracle VM Virtual Box (link below) to install Windows safely in a virtual environment. It lets you create a virtual machine with your Windows 11 ISO, allowing you to test it with near-to-nothing limitations. Also, most bugs and unwanted programs can be bypassed when using it on a virtual machine, keeping your primary system safe and secure.
System requirements:
Note:These points have been made based on the virtual machine and Windows 10 system requirements.
Before you get started with the installation guide, it is mandatory to download Windows 11 ISO andVirtual Box.
Download Windows 11 ISO (Officially):Microsoft
Once you have downloaded the ISO file, make sure to save it somewhere safe on your computer. On the other hand, run the Virtual Box’s executable file and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
How to Install Windows 11 Using Virtual Box
1.Open Virtual Box on your computer and click on theNewbutton visible at the top.
2.Enter a name and choose the OS name. As of now, Windows 11 option is not available in Virtual Box. Therefore, you can select Windows 10 (X64) and click theNextbutton.
3.Choose how much RAM you want to allocate to this virtual machine. It is recommended to provide at least 2GB of RAM and click theNextbutton.
4.On the next screen, selectCreate Virtual Hard Diskoption and click theCreatebutton. Following that, choose theVDI (Virtual Disk Image)option and click theNextbutton.
5.Next, select theDynamically allocatedoption and again click theNextbutton.
6.Now you must choose how much virtual storage you want to allocate to your virtual disk. It is suggested to select at least 35GB of storage and click theCreatebutton.
7.Once the virtual machine is created and visible on the left side, click on theStartbutton.
8.Then it will ask you to choose the start-up disk. Expand the drop-down list and select the ISO file. However, if it is not visible there, click on thefile icon > Addand choose the ISO file and finally click on theChoosebutton.
9.Click theStartbutton once done.
10.The installation process starts immediately after choosing the language, time, and keyboard method.
11.Click theInstall nowbutton and clickI don’t have a product keyoption and choose the OS edition you wish to install.
12.Next choose theCustom: Install Windows only (advanced)option.
13.Then it shall display the virtual drive asUnallocated Space. Click on theNewandApplybuttons respectively.
14.Once done, click theNextbutton.
You will view the Installing Windows screen now. Don’t do anything.
15.At last, you will encounter the screen where you want to choose the country/region, input method, keyboard layout, etc.
Once done, you can start using Windows 11 on your existing computer without uninstalling Windows 10.
Wrapping Up: Installing Windows 11 on Any Computer
Instead of installing Windows 11 on your primary computer, it is better to test it on a virtual machine first. In case you find a bug or any other problem, you’re able to get back to the original system safely without damage. Do let us know which feature of Windows 11 you like the most.
Sudip is a freelance writer who has over nine years of experience in content writing. He loves to write about almost anything related to PC and mobile apps, how-to guides, tricks, and more.
