How to Install Windows 11 on a Dell 7320 Detachable: A Step-by-Step Guide

Preparing for Windows 11 Installation

• 🔌 Essential items include a USB drive (at least 8GB), a USB to USB-C adapter, and a keyboard.
• ⚡ Ensure your Dell 7320 Detachable is plugged into a charger to prevent power loss during installation.

Creating a Bootable Windows 11 USB Drive

• 🌐 Download the Windows 11 ISO from the official Microsoft website by selecting "Windows Installation Media."
• 🛠️ Download the latest version of Rufus from rufus.ie.
• 🚀 Use Rufus to create the bootable USB, ensuring the option to "Remove requirements for 4G RAM, Secure Boot and TPM" is selected.
• ⚠️ Be aware that all data on the USB drive will be deleted during this process.

Booting and Installing Windows 11

• 🔄 Restart your Dell 7320 Detachable and spam the volume up button to access the one-time boot menu.
• 🖱️ Select your USB drive from the boot menu to start the installation.
• ⌨️ Configure language, time, and keyboard settings as prompted.
• ✅ Accept the license terms by pressing Fn + A to enable the "I Agree" option.

Disk Management and Setup

• 💽 In the installation screen, locate "Disk 0 Unallocated Space" and delete existing partitions if necessary.
• ▶️ Select the unallocated space and click "Next" to begin the Windows 11 installation.
• ⏳ The installation process will involve several restarts; keep the device plugged into the charger throughout.
• 🌐 Once installation is complete, follow the on-screen prompts to connect to a network and finalize the setup.