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Why is my Windows 11 Version 22H2 saying it has reached the end of service?

Yvonne Nazareth 20 Reputation points
2025-09-17T14:08:01.32+00:00

I have all updates set as auto but I see that my PC now says that my Widows 11 has reached end of service. I have version 22H2 which was last updated on 9/10/24. It tells me to get the newer version but I am going around in circles trying to find it. I am very concerned about security issues on my PC.

I ran the Microsoft PC Health Check and it said my Windows 11 was compatible. I am now totally confused as to my next step.

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Windows update
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DaveM121 880.3K Reputation points Independent Advisor
2025-09-17T14:41:58.6633333+00:00

Version 22H2 of Windows 11 went out of support in October 2024, are you not offered the 23H2 or 24H2 updates in the Windows Updates section of the settings app?

If not, the most successful method to install version 24H2 is to use the Windows 11 ISO.

You will need at least 40GB of free space on your C drive for the update.

Please ensure you download the ISO in the same language as you use for the Windows UI, follow the steps, this is then not like re-installing Windows, it is just like an update and your personal files, settings and installed software will not be affected.

Click this link:

https://www.microsoft.com/software-download/windows11

to download the Windows 11 ISO

When the ISO file completes downloading

Disconnect from the Internet

Disconnect all external devices with the exception of a mouse or keyboard.

Temporarily disable any 3rd party Anti-virus you may have installed

Then, in Windows File Explorer, double click the ISO and then run Setup.exe and select the Install option.

Very Important - ensure you select the option to keep your files and apps.

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