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Possible to install windows 11 on unsupported cpu?
If you want to install Windows 11 on an unsupported CPU, keep in mind that this is not officially supported by Microsoft and may lead to stability, security, or compatibility issues. However, if you still choose to proceed, here are general steps and considerations:
How to Install Windows 11 on Unsupported CPU:
1. Create a Bootable Windows 11 USB Drive:
Download the Windows 11 ISO from Microsoft’s official website.
Use tools like Rufus or Media Creation Tool to create a bootable USB.
2. Modify the Registry During Installation:
During the Windows 11 installation process, you need to bypass the CPU compatibility check:
When prompted with the compatibility check, press Shift + F10 to open Command Prompt.
Type regedit and press Enter to open Registry Editor.
Navigate to:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\ SYSTEM\ Setup\ labconfig
Create new DWORD (32-bit) Values named:
BypassCPUCheck and set it to 1
BypassTPMCheck and set it to 1
BypassSecureBootCheck and set it to 1 (if necessary)
These changes tell the installer to ignore the unsupported hardware checks.
3. Proceed with Installation:
Close Registry Editor and Command Prompt.
Continue with the Windows 11 installation process.
4. Post-Installation:
After installation, your system may not activate properly or may experience issues.
You can try installing the latest drivers and updates manually.