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Archerer
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Jun 27, 2024

In-Place upgrade to Windows 11 from Windows 10 If PC not compatible

Hi all,   I was prompted on Windows 10 to upgrade to Windows 11 as Windows 10 will end of life soon. The problem is that my PC is not compatible with Windows 11 (No TPM 2.0). Is there any way to in...
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Vaom
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Jul 15, 2025

Upgrading to Windows 11 from Windows 10 on a PC that doesn't meet the official hardware requirements (like lacking TPM 2.0) can be challenging, but there are some methods to bypass these checks. However, please note that these methods are not officially supported by Microsoft and may pose security or stability risks. Proceed with caution and ensure you have a full backup of your important data before attempting.

How to upgrade to Windows 11 from Windows 10? Use the ISO with Registry Bypass. Alternatively, you can modify the ISO or the setup files:

  1. Download the Windows 11 ISO:
  2. Create a bootable USB drive or mount the ISO.
  3. Edit the appraiserres.xml file:
    Extract the ISO or mount it.
    Navigate to the Sources folder.
    Delete or rename appraiserres.xml (this file enforces compatibility checks).
  4. Run setup.exe from the modified ISO:
    When prompted, proceed with the upgrade.
    The system should bypass compatibility checks.

 

While Microsoft doesn't officially support installing Windows 11 on unsupported hardware, the above methods can allow an in-place upgrade. Use them at your own risk, and ensure you have backups. If you're uncomfortable with these modifications, the safest route is to stick with Windows 10 or perform a clean install after backing up your data.

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