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If your Windows computer needed the upgrade last semester, and it missed the opportunity, you may experience multiple reboots or slow logins until the upgrade is completed. This is an automatic process and the installation cannot be stopped. |
What you need to know
All devices on the University network must be running on a supported operating system. On June 1, 2024, ITS will begin pushing required Win11 upgrade and Win10 updates to all university-owed computers. Computers that are too old to accommodate Win11 will receive the Win10 update instead.
Upgrade/Update in May to minimize disruption
Update your university-owned machine beginning on May 1, 2024 to minimize disruption to your work. Do this yourself using your computer's Software Center, or contact the ITS Service Desk for assistance. ITS strongly suggests installing the appropriate updates before leaving for the summer to minimize disruption in the Fall.
What happens after June 1, 2024
Computers receive the required updateJune 3, 2024 - ITS began pushing required Win 11 and Win 10 upgrades to all university owned computers. There will be no way to control when the upgrade occurs.
The appropriate upgrade will show in your computer's Software Center.
The upgrade will take 60 to 120 minutes.
ITS recommends an OS upgrade be performed on the universities physical network (bring remote devices to campus) for the most reliable experience. If attempting to upgrade the OS on a remote device (laptop at home), the device needs to be connected to universities VPN
If you need assistance, please contact the ITS Service Desk.
Automatic upgrades began on June 1
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Computers receive the required upgrade automatically. Installation can begin any time and will start without warning. Once started, installation cannot be stopped |
Get Started
On May 1, 2024, the appropriate upgrade will be available in your computer's Software Center. |
Upgrade Tips
Backup all data before starting the upgrade.The upgrade can take up to
3 hours. Minimize downtown by installing it at the end of the day so it completes overnight2 hours.
When the process completes, make sure your computer upgraded successfully
. Is there a link for this?: Was my upgrade successful - Check the installed version of Windows.