Welcome to Windows 11. The look and feel are a little different but functions the same. Here are some steps to take to complete your computer setup. If you need assistance, you can schedule an appointment with us by emailing soehelp@syr.edu
<<QR Code to Answers page and info that this will be a Windows 11 FAQ area that is updated as needed>>
New Look and Feel
The Windows Start button and search box are now located in the center at the bottom (instead of bottom far left). When you click the Windows Start button, it shows you pinned apps and recommended files, but you can click the “All” button in the upper right to get to the full alphabetic listing of applications. In the bottom lower right corner of that Start menu, is where you will now find the Power button to Lock, Sleep, Shutdown or Restart the computer.
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By default, your laptop will mirror your display to be the same on monitor as is on your laptops. To adjust your display to extend your desktop to your monitor(s), see this information:<<insert links to good info on display settings>>
Change your screen resolution and layout in Windows - Microsoft Support
Printer Setup- This is timing dependent, so at the initial setup you may not see printers right away
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Check for Updates > Install Updates
Restart your computer
Run Windows
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Update - This will install the latest OS updates and should
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be done monthly. Windows will do these regularly if you don’t.
Use the Search box after the Windows Start button and type Windows Update /Click Check for Updates OR Settings >Windows Update / Click Check for Updates
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