HP PCs – Support for Windows 11

Windows 11 update was released in September 2022 and will continue to roll out to Windows 11 PCs.

For more information about updating Windows 11, see HP PCs - Installing the latest version of Windows 11.

The latest version of Windows 11 includes new security features, Start Menu customization, tools, and app support.

For more information, see Upgrade to the New Windows 11 OS | Microsoft.

Smart App Control provides enhanced protection from untrusted apps. If Smart App Control spots a malicious or untrusted application, Smart App Control blocks that application to protect your computer. Some apps might be blocked from installation if Smart App Control is enabled. After you disable Smart App Control, it can be re-enabled only after reinstalling Windows or performing a factory reset.

The latest version of Windows 11 features new device security features that protect the core parts of the computer. Using Virtualization Based Security (VBS), Windows isolates the computer memory, which prevents attacks from inserting malicious code into high-security processes. This feature is enabled in the Windows Security app.

Some HP products might have applications with features that do not work with VBS enabled. These features include overclocking features in OMEN Gaming Hub, fan control in HP Command Center, and others. For more information, see HP Consumer Notebook and Desktop PCs - Certain features in HP applications might not function due to Virtualization-Based Security (VBS) being enabled.

Enabling VBS on the computer can affect the overall performance of the computer when using graphics or processor intensive applications. To enable or disable VBS in BIOS Setup, see HP PCs - Enable Virtualization Technology in the BIOS.

Windows 11 has all the power and security of Windows 10 with a redesigned and refreshed look. It also comes with new tools, sounds, and apps. Every detail has been considered. All of it comes together to bring you a refreshing experience on your PC.

For more information, see Introducing Windows 11 | Microsoft (in English) and HP PCs - Understanding and using Windows 11.

There are several different ways to install Windows 11 including using Windows Update, creating Windows 11 installation media, or creating an installation image.

When your PC is eligible for the Windows 11 upgrade, Microsoft sends a notification in Windows Update. For more information on different ways to install Windows 11, see Ways to install Windows 11 (Microsoft) (in English). For instructions on installing Windows 11, see one of the following options:

The minimum system requirements for Windows 11 are available on the Microsoft website.

See Windows 11 Specifications - Microsoft (in English) for the minimum system requirements.

Use Microsoft’s PC Heath Check to determine if your PC meets the minimum system requirements.

For more information, see Upgrade to the New Windows 11 OS | Microsoft (in English).

Based on your location and the model of your computer, you might need to enable the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) to meet the minimum system requirements.

For more information about enabling TPM on your computer, see How do I enable TPM on my computer?.

Devices that do not meet the minimum system requirements will remain on Windows 10 and continue to be supported with security updates.

Customers using long term service releases (LTSC and LTSB) will continue to be supported through those published end of support dates.

For more information about Windows 10 support, see HP products tested with Windows 10 | HP® Customer Support.

If your printer worked with Windows 10, it should continue to work with Windows 11.

For more information, see HP printer does not work after upgrading to Windows 11 and Windows 11 compatible printers.

HP notebooks and desktops, for personal and business use, are available with a preinstalled Windows 11 operating system.

While some new devices will be sold with Windows 11 preinstalled, other new devices will need to upgrade to Windows 11.

Windows 10 devices that meet the Windows 11 minimum system requirements will be eligible for the free upgrade.

New Windows 10 devices that meet the Windows 11 minimum system requirements will be eligible for the free upgrade.

Upgrades to Windows 11 will begin to roll out late in 2021 and continue into 2022.

HP notebooks and desktops, for personal and business use, will be available with Windows 11 preinstalled starting later this year.

Most HP devices that meet the minimum system requirement will be eligible for the upgrade when Windows 11 is available starting later this year.

Some older HP devices that meet the minimum system requirements will be eligible for upgrade in 2022.

Windows Update provides a notification when your PC is eligible for upgrade to Windows 11. You can check to see if your device is ready by going to Settings > Windows Update.

When Windows Update displays that the upgrade is ready for the device, you can choose whether to install it. If you decline the upgrade, you can still choose to upgrade via Windows Update in Settings.

The free upgrade offer does not have a specific end date for eligible systems. However, Windows reserves the right to eventually end support for the free offer. This end date will be no sooner than one year from general availability.

Yes. HP has worked closely with Microsoft to ensure a trouble-free upgrade experience.

Depending on the device’s hardware configuration (processor, storage, memory) the time to perform the upgrade varies.

The device must be running Windows 10 version 20H1 or later to receive the upgrade offer. If your device is running a previous version of Windows 10, you must update your device to Windows 10 version 20H1 or later.

No. Windows 11 and Windows 10 require approximately the same amount of disk space. During the upgrade process, however, extra space is required. Windows will clean up this extra disk space about ten days after the upgrade is complete.

Downloading and installing Windows 11 will most likely take longer than a typical Windows 10 feature update. You can use your PC while you’re downloading the operating system, and then you have the option to schedule the installation at a specific time when you aren’t planning on using your PC.

The time that it takes to download and upgrade a device depends on a number of factors, including bandwidth and system specifications like memory and storage. The upgrade is currently estimated to be over 3 GB.

If your PC meets the minimum hardware specifications, the Windows 10 Home edition in S mode can upgrade to Windows 11 Home edition in S mode. The only Windows 11 edition with S Mode is the Home Edition. If you use Windows 10 Home in S Mode, you will be able to upgrade directly to Windows 11 from Windows Update and remain in S Mode.

For other editions, such as Windows 10 Pro, you will need to exit S Mode to upgrade to Windows 11 and will not have the option to switch back into S Mode.

By default, all your files and data will transfer to Windows 11. However, HP recommends backing up your files before installation.

For more information, see HP PCs - Backing Up Your Files (Windows 10, 8) | HP® Customer Support.

Yes. After you have installed Windows 11, there is a 10-day period where you can switch back to Windows 10 while keeping your files and data. After the 10-day period, you’ll need to back up your data and do a clean install or full recovery to return to Windows 10.

If your accessories worked with Windows 10 and meet the Windows 11 requirements, they should work with Windows 11.

HP recommends that you upgrade your device via the Windows Update app in Windows 10. However, if you are an advanced user, you will have the option to upgrade or do a clean install of Windows 11 using media from Microsoft.

For Windows 7 devices that meet the hardware requirements, you will need to do a clean install of Windows 11. A Windows 10 activation will be required to upgrade for free.

More information about Windows IoT Enterprise Edition will be available at a later date.