Preparation for Windows 11 upgrade
- Ryan Drescher
The following guide is intended for users completing a manual Windows 11 upgrade.
OneDrive
The OneDrive client is configured to automatically back up the following user folders to the cloud:
Documents
Desktop
Pictures
If you have important data stored outside of these folders (e.g. on the C:\ drive) it will not be backed up automatically. Please copy it to an approved location (above) or consult Tech Support!
Common folder locations we see:
C:\My Local Files
C:\temp
C:\<user name>
Open the OneDrive client from the system tray and verify that your files have been synced successfully. It should look like the image below:
If you see any errors here, follow the suggested steps to resolve or consult Tech Support.
Chrome or Firefox
Chrome and Firefox browser data is not automatically backed up. If you have bookmarks saved in these browsers, it will need to be backed up manually. Follow the instructions below, and be sure to save the backup file in OneDrive. Contact tech support if you need help with this process.
*Note: if you log into Chrome using a Google account, your bookmarks are probably backed up that way
Downloads folder
The Downloads directory (C:\Users\<netid>\Downloads) is the default location where browsers store downloaded files. Please review this folder for anything important, as it is not automatically backed up.
Requesting software for Windows 11
The following process will be used, going forward, for the installation of software provided by the university. It can (and is recommended to) be done ahead of time, from any computer, but will only take effect on the new Windows 11 managed device.
Login to https://myaccess.microsoft.com
Choose “Access packages” on the left side
Click “Request” on any apps that are applicable to you, and then choose “Request for myself” on the next screen. Most users will need at least Adobe NUL, Zoom SU client, OnBase (if applicable)