Help Needed: Install Windows 11 Without TPM on My PC

elliot-williams 

Understand that you want to upgrade to Windows 11 wtihout TPM. Microsoft does have some hardware requirements, including TPM 2.0, which can be a challenge for many older computers.

However, there are some unofficial ways to install Windows 11 without TPM, but this involves modifying the installation media, which can be risky. For example, future Windows updates may detect this bypass and may cause compatibility or security issues. If you are willing to try, I can provide a rough guide of the steps, but please be aware that doing so may violate Microsoft's terms of use and may have an impact on the security of your system.

If you decide to proceed, be sure to back up important data in case anything unexpected happens. Here are the rough steps:

Step 1. First, you need to download the ISO file of Windows 11 from the official Microsoft website.

Step 2. Modify the ISO file: Using some tools (such as Rufus or other third-party software), you can disable the TPM check when creating the installation USB. Tools such as Rufus provide an option to bypass the TPM check when creating the boot disk.

Step 3. Make a bootable USB: Use the modified ISO file and burn it to a USB drive via Rufus.

Step 4. Plug the USB into your PC, reboot, enter BIOS, set to boot from USB, and follow the on-screen instructions to install.

Again, this method may bring risks, including system stability and security issues. If your PC is mission-critical or data-sensitive, it is recommended to consider upgrading the hardware or using a device that meets the official Windows 11 requirements.