- Microsoft expands Windows 11 24H2 availability to more compatible computers.
- The rollout expansion is through the Windows Update settings.
Microsoft enters a new rollout phase by making Windows 11 24H2 (2024 Update) more broadly available to compatible computers. Although the latest version of the operating system has been available since October 1, 2024, it was limited to some devices. However, on November 4, 2024, the company quietly updated its health dashboard website, noting that the controlled rollout is expanding to more devices.
According to the announcement, “version 24H2 is being offered to a wider range of eligible devices running Windows 11, versions 22H2 and 23H2.” The company also notes that Copilot+ PCs will receive more features, which will initially be available through the Windows Insider program.
Although this news indicates that the feature update is more stable, the health dashboard website still shows that version 24H2 has many unresolved issues, which means that you should consider staying in the same version for a little longer to minimize the chances of issues during and after the upgrade.
However, it’s important to note that Microsoft is putting a safeguard hold on devices that may be affected by the existing problems. As a result, if your computer still does not get the option to upgrade to Windows 11 24H2 after November 4, you shouldn’t try to force the installation, as it can cause unwanted issues.
To check if Windows 11 24H2 is available for your computer configuration, open Settings > Windows Update, check the “Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available” option, click the “Check for updates” button, and then click the “Download and install” button.
Once the update has been downloaded, the computer will have to restart to upgrade version 23H2 or 22H2 to version 24H2.
It’s important to note that despite the known issues, the latest release of Windows 11 brings a lot of new changes and features that enhance the overall experience.
Since the release, I’ve been testing the feature update, and the experience has been mostly positive. I have come across some issues, but they are all minor, such as File Explorer showing the “See more” menu upwards even though the app was in full screen and the menu got cut off.
If you plan to upgrade, I recommend creating a full backup of the system in case something goes wrong and you need to roll back.
If you’re still wondering when the right time to upgrade to Windows 11 24H2 should be, remember that we’re still in the early days of the rollout, and the feature update may not be fully compatible with every hardware configuration. You typically want to wait for at least three or four monthly updates before upgrading.