Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2024 Upgrade Guide

For more information, see Overview of Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2024 upgrade options.

1. What types of upgrade options are available to upgrade supported Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2021 devices to Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2024?
   • For devices ordered with Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2021 operating system, see—Upgrade with a Product Key Entry Activation (PKEA) license.
   • For OptiPlex 3000 Thin Client devices ordered with Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2021 upgradable to Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2024 operating system, see—Automatic activation during upgrade.

2. What are the upgrade methods supported for PKEA license and automatic upgrade options?

   You can upgrade supported Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2021 devices to Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2024, using the following upgrade methods:

   • Remote upgrade using Wyse Management Suite (WMS): This method allows you to upgrade multiple devices remotely within a WMS group. To perform a remote upgrade, see Upgrade devices remotely using WMS.
   • Local upgrade using a USB Drive: This method using a bootable USB drive with the device-specific operating system image to perform a local upgrade. To perform a local upgrade, see Upgrade your device locally using a USB drive.
     NOTE:It is recommended to back up your important data before starting the upgrade process, as data on the hard drive is erased.