Microsoft has released a quick guide to installing the latest Windows 11 on computers with legacy hardware. Now, owners of machines without a TPM 2.0 module and with the wrong processors will be able to upgrade from Windows 10 to the “eleventh” – all you need to do is add one new key to the system registry. However, Microsoft does not recommend using its method – it can be dangerous.
Microsoft has officially allowed its latest operating system, Windows 11, to be installed on computers that do not meet the minimum requirements. The corporation has posted instructions on its product support web page to work around some of the limitations that prevent the Tens from upgrading to Windows 11.
The method proposed by Microsoft involves editing the system registry. It allows you to install a new OS on some machines without an activated TPM 2.0 module and with a processor that is not included in the system’s officially supported. Keep in mind that you will still need a TPM 1.2 module.
TPM (Trusted Platform Module) is a module used to store cryptographic keys in computers. It, in particular, can be made as a separate chip installed on the motherboard.
Microsoft explained how to install Windows 11 on unsupported hardware.
The Windows 11 Installation Methods support page emphasizes that Microsoft does not recommend installing Windows 11 on devices that do not meet the minimum system requirements. Responsibility for the result of such an upgrade rests with the user.
“Your device may not function properly due to compatibility issues. Devices that do not meet these system requirements will no longer be guaranteed to receive updates, including but not limited to security updates, ”warns Microsoft.
Open Microsoft support website. Download Windows 10 disk image and download Windows 11 disc image.
The media creation tool is the easiest method to download Windows 10 disk images.
Next, download Windows 11 disc image.
Navigate to the Windows 11 ISO page
Select Windows 11 from the menu under download Windows 11 disc image. Click download.
Click the download button that appears.
The ISO file will now download to your computer.
Extract the Windows 10 ISO and Windows 11 ISO files.
Next, Navigate to the Windows 11\source folder. Find and delete the install. esd file.
Next, Navigate to the Windows 11\source folder.
Find and copy install.wim, then Navigate to Windows 10\source folder and paste it here
Next upgrade to Windows 11.
Double-click the Setup file to begin the Windows 11 upgrade process.
Click the “Change how Windows Setup downloads updates” option. Select the not right now option.
Click the accept button to Accept to the terms.
Click the install button to upgrade while keeping your files and apps.
Once you complete the steps, the setup will continue upgrading the device to Windows 11.
