In the year 2023, we are expecting another major release by Microsoft for Windows 11, which will be known as “Windows 11 version 2023 (23H2).” However, there are no official announcements from Microsoft yet. Even so, we are certain that Windows 11 v23H2 will be coming out later this year.
Windows 11 23H2 Release Date
In the past, Microsoft adapted the bi-annual feature update cadence for the Windows operating system. However, with the release of Windows 11, they shifted to the annual feature update release for both Windows 11 as well as Windows 10. All previous annual updates have been released in the second half of the year. For example, Windows 11 22H2 was released on 20th September 2022, and Windows 10 22H2 was released on 18th November 2022. Based on this, we can expect that Windows 11 23H2 will be released in the second half of 2023. More precisely, there are rumors that it might be released in September or October 2023. However, there is no question of whether or not it will be released. This has been confirmed in an announcement by Microsoft itself:
What will Windows 11 23H2 Include
People are raising eyebrows about whether or not the Windows 11 23H2 update will include any significant features. This confusion is based on the fact that Microsoft has started publishing new features and fixes in monthly updates, like the Moment 2 Update. That said, Microsoft continuously publishes updates to the Insider channels for testing. While the new features make their way to the stable channel, some are discontinued. Either way, there is a high possibility that the Windows 11 23H2 feature update will include some significant changes.
Download Windows 11 Version 2023 (23H2)
At the moment, there is no simple way to download Windows 11 23H2 ISO images. However, you can always download the ISO files for the Windows builds published to the Insider channels for early access to Windows 11 23H2 features.
Download Windows 11 Insider ISO Image
Use the following steps to download a Windows Insider ISO file today to experience the latest Windows 11 23H2 features: You are now set to perform a fresh installation of the Windows 11 operating system. Depending on which channel you chose, you will receive frequent Windows updates that will introduce new fixes and features as they are installed.
Minimum System Requirements for Windows 11 23H2
Windows 11 23H2 will likely have the same system requirements as the original Windows 11 version. Before starting the process of installing Windows 11 on your PC, we recommend that you start by checking whether your target PC meets the minimum system requirements. When Windows 11 was first launched, Microsoft changes the minimum system requirements to ensure more security and reliability of the system itself. Here is a list of these minim requirements:
It’s a 64-bit only Operating System. 32-bit is not supported. Minimum 2 CPU Cores are required. TPM 2.0 is required for installation. TPM 2.0 was mostly integrated into 8th-generation CPUs. So at least an 8th Gen CPU is required. Only UEFI is supported. The legacy boot is not supported.
It can be difficult to check each of these specifications individually. However, you can use the PC Health Check app to check for Windows 11 requirements automatically. Here is how: If your PC meets the minimum requirements for Windows 11 23H2, then you can proceed with the given topics below to create a bootable Windows 11 USB flash drive and then install it. The app will now install. The app will now run a brief scan and let you know if your PC supports Windows 11. However, if it doesn’t, then you either need to upgrade your system or bypass the requirements for Windows 11. Here are other methods to check if your computer meets minimum Windows 11 requirements.
Create Bootable Windows 11 23H2 USB Drive
Creating a bootable device out of an ISO image is relatively easy. You can create a bootable USB drive as well as a DVD. However, we suggest that you create a USB drive as it is more convenient. You can use Rufus or Ventoy to create a bootable USB flash drive using the ISO image that you have downloaded for Windows 11 in the section above. Learn how to create a multi-boot USB flash drive with multiple ISO files using Ventoy. Let us show you how to create a bootable USB flash drive for Windows 11: Your bootable drive is now ready and you may proceed to the installation phase using the guide given below. Make sure that all your data on the USB is backed up since it requires formatting where all stored data on the USB flash drive is lost. Alternatively, you can also download the portable version which does not need any installation. Since Rufus can now bypass the minimum requirements for Windows 11, you can select the type of bootable USB you want to make. If prompted with another confirmation, click Ok. Your Windows 11 bootable USB drive will now be in the making. This step may take a few minutes to complete.
Install Windows 11 from ISO
Now that you have created a bootable drive using the ISO file, you can now begin installing Windows 11 23H2. Here is how: Learn how to install Windows 11 without an internet connection or without a Microsoft account. Even if you do have one, you can activate the product later after installation. You will now be asked if you want to upgrade your existing OS or perform a custom installation. Since this is a clean and fresh Windows 11 installation, we will be selecting “Custom. Click “New,” enter the size of the partition to create (in MBs), then click Apply. Windows 11 will now begin installing on your device. This step may take a few minutes and your device may reboot a few times. Further ahead in the process, you will be asked to configure your PC through several Out Of Box Experience (OOBE) screens. Proceed with the on-screen instructions and configure your PC, and you will have successfully installed Windows 11 version 2023. Once it finishes, you will be logged into your user account on the all-new Windows 11 PC! You can now begin installing the relevant software and customizing it according to your liking.
Roll Back Windows 11 23H2 Update
If you do not wish to keep the installed update for some reason, you can always roll back to the previous build of the OS. However, this can only be performed within the next 10 days after installing the new update. To roll back after 10 days, you will need to apply this trick before the 10 days are over.
