My pc doesn't support windows 11. What's to do?

Many old PCs don't meet Windows 11 system requirements. Fortunately, there are a couple ways to install Windows 11 even if the PC doesn't support for Windows 11.

Your PC doesn't support Windows 11. This is the biggest hurdle. Your i5-7500 is a 7th Generation (Kaby Lake) Intel processor. Microsoft's official Windows 11 compatibility list starts with 8th Gen (Coffee Lake) and above. There is no way to make Microsoft "officially" support your CPU. Microsoft states it's for security and reliability. 8th Gen and newer CPUs have certain hardware security features (like Mode-Based Execution Control - MBEC) integrated more efficiently.

If you absolutely must have Windows 11 on this machine, you can bypass the requirements. But before you proceed, be aware of the potential downsides:

• No Guarantee of Future Updates: Microsoft could block future cumulative updates or major version upgrades (like 26H2) for systems installed this way. So far, they haven't, but it's a risk.
• Potential Stability Issues: While unlikely, your older CPU might not handle all the new security features as efficiently, leading to minor performance quirks.

Based on your situation, here's exactly what you should do to upgrade to Windows 11 25H2. Your PC (i5-7500, 16GB RAM, SSD) is actually capable - you just need to bypass Microsoft's artificial blocks even when encountering problems like "my PC doesn't support Windows 11".

Registry Bypass
1. Create Windows 11 25H2 USB using Media Creation Tool
2. Boot from USB, when you see "This PC can't run Windows 11" press Shift + F10
3. Type regedit and navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\Setup
4. Create a new key called LabConfig
5. Inside it, create these DWORD values:
   BypassTPMCheck
  BypassSecureBootCheck
  BypassCPUCheck
Close Registry Editor and continue installation

6. After installation, verify everything works:
  Check Windows Update - you should receive normal updates
  Confirm all your hardware drivers are functioning
  Your files and programs should remain intact (if you did an upgrade)

The error message "my PC doesn't support Windows 11" indicates that your PC doesn't meet one or more of the Windows 11 25H2 system requirements. Even if you want to upgrade, the PC Health Check app is designed to verify compatibility based on Microsoft's criteria. Common issues include:

• TPM 2.0 not enabled or missing: Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 is mandatory.
• Secure Boot disabled: Secure Boot must be enabled in BIOS/UEFI.
• Processor not supported: Your CPU may not be on the official list of supported processors.
• Insufficient RAM or storage: Less than 4 GB RAM or less than 64 GB storage.
• Older hardware: Some older hardware may not meet performance or compatibility standards.

Steps to troubleshoot if you get "my PC doesn't support Windows 11" message:
1. Enable Secure Boot:
   Restart your PC and enter BIOS/UEFI settings.
   Locate Secure Boot and enable it.
2. Verify processor compatibility:
  Check the list of supported CPUs on Microsoft's website.
  If your CPU isn't supported, upgrading to a supported CPU may be necessary.
3. Update BIOS/UEFI firmware:
  Visit your motherboard or PC manufacturer’s website and update to the latest BIOS version.
4. Check hardware specifications:
  Confirm your PC has at least 4 GB RAM and 64 GB storage.

If you get this errur "my PC doesn't support Windows 11".  Please recommend this method  that is even easier as it does the bypass for you when you create the USB drive.

1. Download Rufus: Get and download the free.

2. Download the Windows 11 ISO: Get the official ISO from the Microsoft Windows 11 Download page.
3. Create the USB:

• Open Rufus and select your USB drive.
• Click "SELECT" and choose the Windows 11 ISO you downloaded.
• A new "Windows User Experience" window will appear.
• Check the box that says "Remove requirement for 4GB+ RAM, Secure Boot and TPM 2.0".
• Click "OK" and then "START" to create the USB drive.
• Rufus will automatically apply all the necessary bypasses. You can then boot from this USB, and it will install without any compatibility errors.

The "my PC doesn't support Windows 11" error has occurred. Your PC's processor, an Intel i5 7500, is not officially supported for Windows 11, and your PC may lack TPM 2.0, which are the main reasons it doesn't meet the requirements for Windows 11 25H2. However, there are some options you can consider:

1. Check for BIOS/UEFI Update and Enable TPM 2.0

• BIOS Update: Sometimes, motherboard manufacturers release BIOS updates that add or improve TPM support.
• Enable TPM 2.0: If your motherboard has a TPM module (even if not enabled), you might be able to enable it in BIOS settings.

2. Use the Registry Hack to Bypass TPM and CPU Checks

• Microsoft officially recommends against bypassing system requirements, but some advanced users choose to do so to install Windows 11 on unsupported hardware.
• Note: This can cause stability or security issues, and Microsoft might block updates.

3. Install Windows 11 via Workaround

• You can create a modified installation media that bypasses these checks.
• There are guides online showing how to do this, but proceed with caution.