The Windows 11 update not showing up issue could be due to a bunch of reasons, some related to your computer’s compatibility while others to the phased rollout. Whatever the case, there are ways you can get your hands on the latest Windows iteration from Microsoft. If you have been checking the Windows Update section time and again to upgrade but to no avail, read ahead to find out the various ways you can install Windows 11 on your computer.

Why don’t I see the Windows 11 update?

A large number of computers wouldn’t be able to upgrade to Windows 11 owing to the strict system requirements. And Microsoft has its reasoning for that.

Can my PC run Windows 11?

To check whether a computer can run Windows 11, Microsoft has released the PC Health Check app. Just download and install the app, run it, and you will find out whether or not your system is compatible. If you get the message This PC meets Windows 11 requirements, your computer is compatible. Head over to the next section to find out ways to make the upgrade even if Windows 11 is not showing up in Windows Update. For those of you who see This PC doesn’t currently meet the Windows 11 system requirements, you wouldn’t be receiving the upgrade via Windows Update. Head over to the end to find out how you can install Windows 11 on an unsupported PC.

What can I do if the Windows 11 update is not showing up?

1. Resume Windows Update

If you have paused updates, you wouldn’t be receiving any, including the one for Windows 11. Even if you don’t remember doing it, there’s no harm in cross-checking before we proceed further. After you enable updates, if an upgrade for Windows 11 is available, it would be shown in Windows Update, and subsequently, downloaded and installed on your computer.

2. Reboot the computer

Before restarting, make sure to save any open files to avoid data loss. Rebooting the computer restarts the OS and fixes any trivial bugs that may be interfering with the Windows 11 update.

3. Run the Windows Update troubleshooter

The built-in troubleshooters offered by Microsoft are excellent in identifying and fixing small bugs, misconfigured settings, and other issues. After the troubleshooter is done running, check if Windows 11 is now showing up in Windows Update.

4. Repair Windows Update components

Although you are required to repair or reset Windows Update components when encountering an error, it may also help you get the Windows 11 update in this case. If they have become corrupt or have run into a bug that is leading to the Windows 11 not showing up in Windows update issue, repairing or resetting them should come in handy.

5. Restart the Windows 11 update

In some cases, the update for Windows 11 may seem stuck at 100% for hours without any progress. In such cases, following the steps mentioned here will get things up and running and allow you to upgrade.

6. Disable or uninstall conflicting apps

To disable an app, you can go to its built-in Settings and turn on/off the required toggle or choose the appropriate response. If disabling the app didn’t work or you couldn’t find the option for it, follow the steps above to uninstall the app. SPONSORED Certain programs are known to block the Windows Updates, thus leading to the current issue. You should look out for third-party firewalls and disable or uninstall them. Also, apps like Pi-hole or other similar ones, have been found to be the culprit, and uninstalling them fixed the problem. Once you are done disabling or uninstalling the problematic apps, check if you are able to find and install Windows 11 from Windows Update.

7. Use the Installation Media

Once done, you can now easily install the OS from the bootable USB drive. Although the guide is for Windows 10, it would assist you when installing Windows 11 as well, since the process remains the same. After the flash drive is booted, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process. A major advantage of this method is that you will always have a bootable USB at your disposal, which would make things a lot easier in case you have to reinstall Windows 11. We’ve written extensively around the issue of people either not being able to complete the upgrade process to Windows 11 or not seeing the option, at all. Here are some resources we’re suggesting for you to check out:

How to fix Windows 11 Windows Update errors How to fix Windows 11 errors after update from Windows 10 How to make Windows 11 update after restart How to fix Windows Update troubleshooter in Windows 11 How to fix a stuck Windows 11 download How to solve Windows 11 installation woes

Can I use the Windows 11 Installation Assistant to upgrade?

Yes, the Windows 11 Installation Assistant is another tool at your disposal to upgrade to the latest iteration. However, you cannot use it if the PC doesn’t meet the minimum system requirements, since the Installation Assistant wouldn’t run. You can download and use the Windows 11 Installation Assistant with the help of our guide. Simply, go to the How to use the Windows 11 Installation Assistant? heading and follow the steps listed there.

What do I do if my PC doesn’t meet the system requirements for Windows 11?

As promised earlier, we would now list out the ways you can install Windows 11 on an unsupported PC. However, Microsoft has stated that such PCs may have compatibility issues and might not receive updates, including those for security. You will thus be exposing the system to a major risk. Though if you have made up your mind, you can install Windows 11 after bypassing SecureBoot and TPM checks. This would require making some minor changes to the Registry. It’s also possible to install Windows 11 without TPM, another workaround users had been looking for due to the TPM 2.0 requirement. If you are still unsure, learn how to install Windows 11 on a Virtual Machine, try it out and then make the upgrade. Nevertheless, if you have already made the jump, it’s easy to roll back from Windows 11 to Windows 10. By the time you reach the end of this article, you know a bunch of ways to install the latest iteration from Microsoft on both supported and unsupported PCS. Also, the Windows 11 not showing up in Windows Update issue would be fixed. Let’s know which method worked for you and your experience thus far with Windows 11.

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