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How to update windows 10 to windows 11 on mac?
Microsoft officially requires certain hardware features (like TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot) to update Windows 10 to Windows 11 on Mac. Since your MacBook Pro running Windows 10 via Boot Camp doesn't meet these hardware requirements
1. Use a Virtual Machine (VM) to Run Windows 11
Instead of upgrading your existing Windows 10 installation, you can run Windows 11 inside a VM.
Advantages:
No hardware compatibility issues.
No need to modify your existing setup.
Considerations:
Performance may be lower than a native install.
Paralllels Desktop supports Windows 11 on unsupported Macs by using workarounds.
Virtualization can bypass hardware checks since VM environments are different from physical hardware.
2. Use Microsoft's Official Media Creation Tool with a Workaround
Microsoft sometimes allows installation without TPM/ Secure Boot prompts if you choose the "I don't have a product key" and proceed with the setup.
Note: This is not guaranteed and may still block the installation on unsupported hardware.
How to update Windows 10 to Windows 11 on Mac? For the most straightforward and supported experience, consider using virtualization, which can run Windows 11 seamlessly on unsupported Macs and doesn't require hardware modifications. If you want detailed guidance on setting up Windows 11 in a VM, I can help with that.