Instructions: Install Windows 8.1 - Here's how
Microsoft does not provide instructions for installing Windows 8.1 with its update. However, this is not difficult either. You can read how to install the update in this practical tip.
How to install Windows 8.1
You will not lose any files or programs during the update. Still, it doesn't hurt to back up your files beforehand. If you are currently using Windows 8, then do the following.
- Open the Windows Store via the tile view.
- There appears the message that a system update is available. Click on it.
- You can continue to use your PC while the update is being downloaded.
- The installation starts automatically when the update has been downloaded completely. Follow the further instructions on the screen.
Install Windows 8.1 from DVD
Alternatively, install Windows 8.1 via DVD.
- To do this, insert a DVD with Windows 8.1 in the DVD drive and restart your computer. The installation program should now start automatically.
- Follow the program's instructions. Note that this will completely erase your hard drive.
- If your computer does not start the DVD, you have to change the boot order. Here's how it works.