Windows 11 22H2 Clean Installation Guide

Requirements

• An 8GB USB stick
• Rufus Portable app (links in the video description)

Using Rufus to Create Bootable USB

1. Initial Setup

   • Upon first use, select "Yes" to allow app update checks.
   • Ensure the correct USB stick is selected under "Device".
   • Leave "Boot selection" as default disk or ISO image.

2. Downloading Windows 11 ISO

   • Choose "Download" for most users.
   • Set version to Windows 11 and select the most recent 22H2 version.
   • Select edition (Windows 11 Home/Pro/Edu), language, and architecture (default x64).
   • Click "Download"; this may take several minutes.

3. Customization Options

   • Options to remove RAM, Secure Boot, TPM 2.0, and Microsoft account requirements.
   • Ensure to leave the removal of the Microsoft account requirement, especially if using new network cards (e.g., Intel I226, wireless AX211).
   • Accept the warning: USB data will be erased.

Preparing for Installation

• Backup all essential files to external storage.
• Prepare copies of the latest drivers, particularly for network or RAID controllers.

Installing Windows 11

1. Boot Setup

   • Reboot the PC and use the BIOS shortcut to boot from the USB stick.
   • Consult motherboard's manual for shortcut keys if unknown.

2. Windows 11 Setup

   • Choose language, and select "No product key" if previously activated online.
   • Enter product key for volume license users.
   • Choose previously installed edition (likely Windows 11 Home/Pro).

3. Partition and Install

   • Select disk partition to format.
   • Begin installation, PC will reboot several times.

4. Post-Install Steps

   • Configure region, keyboard layout, and choose network options ("I don't have internet" if network down).
   • Enter name, password, and security answers.
   • Adjust privacy settings.
   • Install network/wireless card drivers last to avoid older driver installs from Windows Update.

Additional Tips

• Use NVCleanstall for essential NVIDIA GPU installs (link in description).
• Check recent video on Windows Power Plans for potential performance issues with Windows 11 22H2.

Conclusion

• Once installation is complete, install necessary apps and games.
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