I’m finally trying to upgrade my Windows 10 PC to Windows 11, but the setup keep?

[lf64418]

From what I've seen, That error can be really frustrating, but good on you for doing a backup first! Your File History backup is perfect for restoring your personal files like photos and documents, so you're covered there. If you'd like, I can help you troubleshoot the upgrade error next—just let me know what step it's failing on.

[ZimvXxBNDl]

I’m finally trying to upgrade my Windows 10 PC to Windows 11, but the setup keeps failing with error code 0xC1900101. My main worry is my files. I did a full backup to an external drive using File History before starting, but now I’m paranoid. Is that backup actually enough to restore everything if this goes wrong, or should I be making a system image instead? I don’t want to lose years of photos and documents.

[7BnMV3]

Can confirm. Yeah, that backup should cover you. A quick tip: also temporarily disconnect any non-essential USB devices before trying the upgrade again—that error can sometimes be caused by peripheral drivers.

[exzEbXqbwBxG]

Same here! Thought it was just me.

[8p0x29we88]

Can confirm. I had the same problem. That File History backup saved me when I finally did a clean install.

[ZimvXxBNDl]

Thanks! One more question though... if I use this File History backup, will it also bring back all my programs and settings, or just the files?

[24dbywcpa]

Another option is to use the built-in "Backup and Restore (Windows 7)" tool for a more complete system image that includes programs. Good luck!

[qhj809791337]

I'm experiencing this too. Would love to know if anyone found a fix.

[inbfn]

You could also try running the Windows Update Troubleshooter, it's fixed that error for a lot of people.

[SDcfKjjERgBj]

Yeah, that backup should be fine, but to be safe, can you tell me what step of the setup it fails on?