Upgrading to Windows 11: Removing Pop!_OS from a Dual Boot Setup

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User prompt 1 of 2 – 30/05/2025, 21:20:59:
I need to upgrade to Windows 11 a Dual boot (Win 10 & Pop Os Linux) on MBR. where I dont need linux any more. how can I get to a valid upgrade state for Windows 11

GPT-4o mini:
To upgrade your dual-boot system (Windows 10 and Pop!_OS Linux) to Windows 11 while removing Linux, you’ll need to follow these steps:

1. Backup Your Data

Before making any changes, ensure you back up all important data from both Windows and Linux partitions. This is crucial to prevent data loss.

2. Remove Pop!_OS Linux

You will need to remove the Linux partition and restore the Windows bootloader. Here’s how to do it:

a. Boot into Windows

Start your computer and boot into Windows 10.

b. Open Disk Management

Press Windows + X and select Disk Management.
Identify the partition where Pop!_OS is installed. It may be labeled as “Healthy (Primary Partition)” or similar.

c. Delete the Linux Partition

Right-click on the Linux partition and select Delete Volume. This will remove the partition and free up space.
You can either leave the space unallocated or extend your Windows partition to use the freed space.

d. Restore the Windows Bootloader

Open Command Prompt as an administrator (search for “cmd”, right-click, and select Run as administrator).
Type the following commands one by one and press Enter after each:

   bcdedit /set {bootmgr} path \EFI\Microsoft\Boot\bootmgfw.efi

Restart your computer to ensure that the Windows bootloader is restored.

3. Check Windows 11 Upgrade Requirements

Ensure your system meets the minimum requirements for Windows 11:

64-bit processor with at least 1 GHz and 2 or more cores
4 GB RAM or more
64 GB storage or more
UEFI firmware with Secure Boot capability
TPM version 2.0
DirectX 12 compatible graphics / WDDM 2.x

You can use the PC Health Check tool from Microsoft to verify compatibility.

4. Upgrade to Windows 11

Once you have removed Linux and ensured your system meets the requirements, you can proceed with the upgrade:

a. Windows Update

Go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update.
Check for updates. If Windows 11 is available, you will see an option to download and install it.

b. Using Installation Assistant

Alternatively, you can use the Windows 11 Installation Assistant from the Microsoft website to upgrade directly.

5. Follow the Installation Prompts

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation of Windows 11.

6. Final Steps

After the installation is complete, ensure all drivers are updated and check for any additional Windows updates.

By following these steps, you should be able to successfully upgrade to Windows 11 after removing Pop!_OS from your dual-boot setup.

User prompt 2 of 2 – 31/05/2025, 01:22:56:
make this session title and excerpt

GPT-4o mini:

Title: Upgrading to Windows 11: Removing Pop!_OS from a Dual Boot Setup

Excerpt:

In this guide, learn how to upgrade your dual-boot system from Windows 10 and Pop!_OS Linux to Windows 11. Follow step-by-step instructions to safely remove the Linux partition, restore the Windows bootloader, and ensure your system meets the requirements for a smooth upgrade to Windows 11.