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Upgrading purchased software from Windows 11 Home to Windows 11 Pro

I have purchased the upgrade software for Pro 11 from Home 11 from the microsoft store, I have followed the instructions and it does not work. The code says Error Code:0xc004f050 I need to have this for work please advice how to get it to download. I…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-11-05T19:20:46.3833333+00:00
Sandra Handler 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-11-05T19:57:20.21+00:00
Lester Bernard Reyes 86,725 Reputation points Independent Advisor
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how do I upgrade this pc to windows 11

how do I upgrade this pc to windows 11? what is the cost?

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-11-03T23:08:12.4133333+00:00
David Weiss 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-11-04T08:33:29.3566667+00:00
Kapil Arya 38,696 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
3 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Windows update service unable to run error 1053, BITS service unable to run due to no file specified etc

I've been looking on the forum for a few hours and cant seem to get anything to work. Windows updates basically just dont work at all; Ive tried using sfc check health and corruption fixing tools, ive gone into service msc to check whats running and…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-10-02T16:03:43.73+00:00
Rukii 20 Reputation points
edited an answer 2026-11-03T14:41:36.4366667+00:00
Rukii 20 Reputation points
3 answers

"KB5127936 broke PowerShell / Win+X Start Menu Admin shortcut also broke feedback hub

Running Windows 11 Pro. After installing KB 5127936 I could not right click start button and select run power shell as admin. Got command not recognized also feedback hub was broken. When i tried to open feedback hub it opened change windows feedback…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-10-31T10:37:24.0333333+00:00
Terry watts 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-11-03T11:45:01.69+00:00
Richard @ Computer Response 0 Reputation points
5 answers

Thunderbolt4 dock stopped functioning after upgrading from Windows 11 25H2 to 26H2

After upgrading from Windows 11 25H2 to 26H2 on October 20, 2026, my Lenovo ThinkPad Universal Thunderbolt 4 Dock (40B0), previously working normally, stopped functioning completely. This is not just a Lenovo Dock Manager detection issue: The dock's…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-10-21T08:30:08.7866667+00:00
Didier 5 Reputation points
commented 2026-11-02T21:56:38.2833333+00:00
Kicker12 0 Reputation points
2 answers

Microsoft Windows new BIOS version

Device is using Windows 11 but the BIOS version is not possible to change after version 22H2 depreciated on expiry from October 2024. Solutions are possible to fix issues on an eligible device. Can I try to update and fix an issue on a mobile tablet?

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-11-02T07:44:02.3466667+00:00
milena petrovic 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-11-02T18:58:07.5266667+00:00
Dio Xavier 298.2K Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
2 answers

Windows 11 media creation tool not opening on windows 11 laptop with admin access

I have bought a second hand laptop and need to reinstall windows 11 onto it before I start to use it. On my current windows 11 laptop I am trying to open the media creation tool and it wont open. A box appears on screen saying windows then it disappears…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-11-02T17:15:20.1866667+00:00
K 15 Reputation points
answered 2026-11-02T17:51:12.56+00:00
DaveM121 945.9K Reputation points Independent Advisor
7 answers

I consistently get a error code 0x80244022 when trying to install iCloud for Windows from the Microsoft Store.

I consistently get a error code 0x80244022 when trying to install iCloud for Windows from the Microsoft Store. I've followed advice provided on line to no avail.

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-02-07T09:29:15.6566667+00:00
DAVID VIGNOLA 130 Reputation points
commented 2026-11-02T10:53:56.19+00:00
JuliaMarvin 23,870 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
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windows 11.Error 715-123130 when downloading windows 11 iso(russia)

i am trying to downloading the official windows 11 ISO from the microsoft website,but i keep getting error code 715-123130. I have also tried using the Media Creation Tool, but it gives me the error 0xC1900500-0x20000. Could you please provide a…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-11-01T20:08:13.98+00:00
Иван тулупов 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-11-01T20:21:32.62+00:00
Dio Xavier 298.2K Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
3 answers

can i upgrade to windows 11 from windows 7

I am looking to upgrade both desk tops and laptop with windows 11 from window 7 on one and window 10 on the other.Will i have any problems upgrading from windows 7-11 ?

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-11-01T13:34:35.2733333+00:00
John Carter 0 Reputation points
edited an answer 2026-11-01T19:44:52.38+00:00
Bulldog 5,520 Reputation points
3 answers

Request for Official Windows 11 25H2 Russian x64 ISO Download Link

Hello! I am looking for an official Windows 11 25H2 ISO image for a clean installation on my Lenovo Legion Pro 5 laptop. My requirements are: Windows 11 25H2 x64 architecture Russian language Windows 11 Home edition Original, unmodified Microsoft…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-11-01T15:38:40.9133333+00:00
Anton Kislitsin 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-11-01T18:29:27.6733333+00:00
Airbus A350 8,305 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
2 answers

How to re-install windows media player legacy?

I have recently accidentally deleted the windows media player from my pc in the optional features. When I try to look at the optional features it doesn't show the media player. Is there a way to install it again after deleting it?

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-09-23T20:15:47.0433333+00:00
alien 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-11-01T10:21:29.8133333+00:00
Ramesh 183.5K Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
4 answers

Upgrade windows 7 to windows 11

I have a computer with windows 7. How do I upgrade to Windows 11 and is there a cost?

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-10-31T21:41:27.3233333+00:00
John Sannella 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-11-01T08:38:33.61+00:00
Kapil Arya 38,696 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
2 answers

Windows 11 / windows hello initial set unable to be completed

I have purchased a new laptop and I’m trying my to complete the initial set up but it will not allow me to add a pin. There is no skip button to proceed and I cannot do anything without vexing connected to the internet. The on screen keyboard and…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-11-01T05:22:55.3833333+00:00
Lisa Williams 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-11-01T07:20:16.45+00:00
nobuko c 125.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor
3 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

I need a direct download link for the Windows 11 25H2 English (US) x64 Multi-Edition ISO

I need a fresh temporary direct download link for the Windows 11 25H2 English (US) x64 Multi-Edition consumer ISO. The previous Microsoft download link expired. I need the ISO specifically for an in-place repair installation of an existing Windows 11…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-09-30T04:12:47.5966667+00:00
Fatima Bacot 20 Reputation points
commented 2026-11-01T01:44:20.5233333+00:00
The Dog 20 Reputation points
1 answer One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Purchased Windows 11 Pro from Windows 11 Home through Microsoft Store and now its not activating

Hi all, I purchased Windows 11 Pro through Micorsoft Store and now it says Windows 11 Enterprise and its says the below I ran the troubleshoot and it says this, Purchase has been completed successfully, so what must I do now?

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-10-31T17:45:30.6166667+00:00
Rikisha Khan 20 Reputation points
accepted 2026-10-31T17:53:04.99+00:00
Rikisha Khan 20 Reputation points
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UPGRADE MY OS FROM WIN 11 HOME SINGLE LANGUAGE TO WIN 11 PRO

I PURCHASED A UPGRADE TO WINDOWS 11 PRO THROUGH MICROSOFT STORE, HOW CAN I UPGRADE MY OS FROM WIN 11 HOME SINGLE LANGUAGE TO WIN 11 PRO

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-10-31T17:16:03.5033333+00:00
VIJAY RAMU 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-10-31T17:26:42.5366667+00:00
Ramesh 183.5K Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
2 answers

KB5127936: reproducible Firewall 2042 and wesp 7000 errors at every boot

After installing the Windows 11 preview update KB5127936, released on 28 October 2026, two recurring startup errors appeared on my system. Uninstalling the update stops both errors; reinstalling it brings them back. Environment Windows 11 Pro, 26H2,…

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-10-30T03:17:43.07+00:00
Mathieu De Ruyck 15 Reputation points
answered 2026-10-30T23:03:00.1333333+00:00
John DeV 171.1K Reputation points Independent Advisor
1 answer One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Windows installer says secure boot is not supported on pc

I'm trying to install windows 11 and it keeps saying secure boot is not enabled, but I have checked the bios and it is enabled so what can I do to try and fix this so that I can use my computer again

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-10-30T11:18:04.6766667+00:00
Amber Morris 20 Reputation points
accepted 2026-10-30T11:19:46.3666667+00:00
Amber Morris 20 Reputation points
3 answers

Unable to update Windows 11 , version 26H2

Gives an error message when trying to update to the latest Windows. Error message is

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
asked 2026-10-22T21:49:19.64+00:00
Ramesh Tim 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-10-30T01:47:15.52+00:00
Hendrix-V 20,700 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator