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Can I use Windows 11 install assistant on an unsupported PC?
I was told the Windows 11 Installation Assistant is the official tool made by Microsoft for upgrading from Windows 10 to Windows 11. I did not test it yet. My question is CAN I use this free tool on ...
As i know, the Windows 11 Installation Assistant is indeed an official Microsoft tool designed to upgrade compatible PCs from Windows 10 to Windows 11. However, Microsoft has certain hardware requirements for Windows 11, and your laptop — with an Intel i7-4790K (Haswell), DDR3 RAM, and an older GPU — does not meet the minimum specifications, especially the CPU requirement, which is a key factor.
Can You Use the Windows 11 Installation Assistant on Your Unsupported Laptop?
Officially, no. Microsoft’s installer uses hardware checks, especially TPM 2.0, Secure Boot, and CPU compatibility. Your hardware likely fails these checks, and the installation assistant will refuse to proceed.
Is There a Way to Force the Upgrade?
- Technically, yes, but it’s not recommended because:
- Your hardware may not support Windows 11 properly.
- You might experience stability issues, driver problems, or performance degradation.
- It could void support or warranty if applicable.