Windows 10 update: how to make the switch
In the meantime, various methods have been used to download the Windows 10 update. In this practical tip, we explain how you can get to Windows 10 as quickly as possible and what you need to consider.
Load Windows 10 via reservation and update icon
As soon as the update KB3035583 is installed on your Windows PC (this happens automatically with the recommended updates), you will receive a new icon in the task bar at the bottom right.
- Click on the Windows icon shown there.
- a window is opening. At this point, click on "Reserve Windows 10".
- You can now enter your email address and click "Send confirmation" to receive a confirmation email that you have reserved Windows 10.
- Since July 29, the download of Windows 10 starts automatically after the reservation. If you click on the Windows icon in the task bar, the download window opens. Here you can click on the button "Show download progress".
- In the "Windows Update" window you can now see the progress of your download. The upgrade to Windows 10 is over 2000 MB. Depending on the Internet connection and server access, the download may take a while.
- The installation is then prepared. This process also takes time. As soon as the preparation has been completed, click on the "Restart" button.
- Do not restart your PC before the installation is complete. Even if it seems that everything is frozen. Our experience: At some point it continued.
Windows 10 configuration
After installation, the configuration of your settings continues automatically. Here you can click again yourself.
- On the "Hello, Welcome!" Screen, click "Next" first.
- Under "Get in quickly" you can either "use express settings" or use the small link on the left to "adjust settings".
- It is advisable to switch off various settings here. It is best to decide yourself depending on the function type.
- After you have adjusted the settings, your apps will now be set up. This can also take a few minutes.
- The message "The process takes a little longer than usual" then appears here. Do not let yourself be unsettled and do not switch off the PC under any circumstances.
- Congratulations! You have now successfully installed and set up Windows.
Windows 10 installation via media creation tool without icon
If you do not see the Windows 10 icon in the taskbar, you can also download and install Windows 10 using the media creation tool.
- Download the tool in either 32-bit or 64-bit versions. Which version you need depends on your processor.
- Start the tool and follow the installation instructions.
- You can use the Media Creation Tool to decide whether you want to upgrade your PC or whether you want to create an installation medium for another PC.
Read also how to start Windows 10 without login.