Steps To Upgrade Windows 8 to 8.1 Version

Posted by David Semos
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Jul 6, 2016
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Upgrading Windows 8 to Windows 8.1, Windows RT 8.1 Preview, Windows 8.1 Pro Preview or Windows RT, the process is almost the same. Firstly, you have to launch the upgrade installer from the Windows Store. Now, run the installer while the PC is offline and it will reboot a couple of times to emerge with the upgraded OS. Here's a brief guide for the process.

Apart from the installer download size, the major difference between installs comes with Windows 8.1 or RT 8.1 Preview. It requires to reinstall all the apps and desktop apps when the upgrade is completed successfully.  For the benefit of the Windows users, the Windows 8 customer care offers quick assistance. While, the tech savvy individuals can follow the steps mentioned below to upgrade Windows.

Steps to upgrade Windows 8 to 8.1

Step 1: Visit Windows Store, an upgrade Windows title will appear on the screen.

Step 2: The update landing page will help you to download the Windows 8.1 installer.

Step 3: Installer starts downloading the version 8.1. It will display a message "You can keep working while the update is downloaded. We'll let you know when it's time for the next step".

Step 4: App reinstall warning will appear on the screen, if you have previously installed the preview version of Windows 8.1 or Windows RT 8.1. Now the Windows will warn you to reinstall the apps once the upgrade is complete.

Step 5: Click "Restart Now" to start the upgrade. Or, it will process automatically as the time expires.

Step 6: Wait for a few minutes as the PC will reboot and start the install process.

Step 7: Let the PC reboot 2-3 times in total as the install completes.

Step 8: Accept the terms and conditions appearing on the screen. It confirms your consent of using Windows 8.1 version.

Step 9: Choose Express settings, manual configuration, sign-in to Microsoft account, and agree to use Sky Drive.

Step 10: Wait for sometime, now Windows 8.1 will install its default app and link the same with previously installed metro-style apps. Later, you can manually install them as per your convenience.

Step 11: Finally, the installation process will complete and you will now use the improved Windows 8.1 Start Screen.

If problems persist in upgrading the Windows 8.1, dial the Windows 8 support phone number and take help from the qualified technicians. The new version of Windows is highly advanced and modules effective optimization. Visit ContactForHelp to contact the nearest service station for Windows, the USA based web-directory lists top rated customer support numbers.



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