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The i7-7700K meet the minimun requierments to run Win11. But its not suported, Why?
Hi, I have an i7-7700K. This CPU have TPM 2.0, It's compatible with Secure Boot, it have 4 core up to 4.2 GHz. It also is 64bit.
I don't know why this CPU is not supported by Microsoft to install Windows 11.
Update, 10/18/2021: Yesterday I bought a MacBook Air, I know that the MacBook isn't the best computer and that you are limited within the horizon of Apple. But I don't trust Microsoft and the new Windows 11. What if I bough another computer of 2.000 US dollars and in some years Microsoft decided that I need a new computer? At least, with the new M1 chip of Apple I know that they will support the hardware and the will send me Updates and give Support.
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- Next time I buy a Mac, it is expensive, but at least I will enjoy it.
- Shame on you Microsoft ! We want windows 11 for 7700k !!
I know the feeling.
No way, in this market and next year's inflation, I can afford a brand-new PC.
Maybe it's a good thing I finally have to switch over to Linux, at this point Microsoft is poor shaming people while spying on us.
Let us hope that Steam Deck is a success with more support for Linux.- Windows 10 will be supported for 5 more years and is likely better than Linux and even shockingly Windows 11 is.. The other point is changing the os is a hassle but after 5 years, if you’re still using this computer then you might want to look at Linux since by Windows it will be end of life and it will not catch new features or security risks any longer…
- But I am still going to Linux in the near future.
As challenge for myself and use it 6-12 months.
I don't know how people are going to react to this in developing nations but I can see people switching over to Linux in the foreseeable future.
- Here's a SUPER simple workaround that will get you rolling in less than 5 min (minus iso download time). The only disadvantage is the possibility of future security updates being withheld if the particular CPU begins to give them issues.
https://www.theverge.com/22715331/how-to-install-windows-11-unsupported-cpu-intel-amd-registry-regedit- Bad idea. If you really want windows 11 you can safely run it through Hyper V if you have Windows 10 professional.
This is utterly retarded. Yet another way for Microsoft to screw the users. There are so many people especially in the gaming community that has this processor. I'm really curious if they really decided to do this based on the number of sales per processor. "Hey, we sold xxxx amount of these processors, lets not support it and make more money"... yea I wouldn't put it pas them.
So if windows 10 works great, but windows 11 doesnt, it sounds more like a programming issue or lack there of, instead of a hardware issue.
- Sounds like a way to get people to replace a processor that doesn't need to be replaced yet...
Scandalous.
My 7700k has been the best CPU purchase I've ever made and I predict it will be in use for MANY years to come (at least as a basic desktop). I'll be trying the "Disable CPU check" workaround I've seen. I bet our 7700's have PLENTY of life left in them!
- I'm really disappointed. I've build my own computers for 15 years putting only using high end components. My recent system is 5 years old and Microsoft is saying that my i7 quad 4 4790s 3.2 gig processor is not compatible to run windows 11, all else is good. I'm not happy!!!
- Intel Core i7 7700k
ASUS ROG Strix Z270i Gaming
MSi GTX 1080 Ti FE
Corsair Vegeance LED 32GB DDR4 3000
Samsung Pro 960 1TB NVMe
Disappointed that the CPU is not supported. It's only a few years old. I don't have TPM yet but will purchase a TPM module if the CPU is listed as supported.- The ASUS ROG Strix Z270-i Gaming has the intel implementation of TPM. No Module needed. Also there is a firmware update that make the BIOS changes required so the MS Checker Tool only reports that the processor is not supported with everything else just fine. I've been fine with most of Microsoft's decisions over the many years with only a few disappointments including Courier, NEO etc. This blatant disregard for customers wallets in these pandemic times demonstrates pure greed amongst other unfavorable attributes. It goes against the perception that Microsoft has been very diligent in cultivating in post monopoly times. Maybe its time for the Federal Government to take a new look. While I hate that idea, Microsoft seems to be asking for it and maybe then they will return to delivering for their customers and investors instead of simply for their investors.
- You are right. I recently updated BIOS on the system board, it is now showing TPM 2.0 is enabled. Only CPU that is failing. I will not buy new parts until mine died. If Microsoft refuses to allow 7700k support. I am going to wait until Windows 12 or whatever OS they got that supports my current CPU.
Intel i7-7700K CPU @4.5GHz
Asus STRIX Z270E Gaming Motherboard
Kingston HyperX Predator 64gb (2x32gb) DDR4 3333mMHz RAM
Asus STRIX NVIDIA GeForce 6gb GTX 1060
Samsung SSD 970 EVO 1TB
Not compatible even though it does meet the requirements.. yet my work laptop, that my personal computer can run rings around, is compatible.. an utter joke!
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Intel i7-7700K OC
Asus Maximus 9 Hero
Hikvision 1TB E2000 M2nvme
Asus Strix Nvidia GTX1080 OC
32GB ddr4
Basically that top CPU of that generation....
- The same here,
July '17 I've been looking for the fastest/best parts for my new computer.
Came up with this list for my computer since then.
Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-7700K CPU @ 4.20GHz 4.20 GHz
RAM 32,0 GB
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti
(Windows 10 Pro)
This sad story makes me think about asiatic phone manufacturers.
I am really looking forward to a new, or better, another OS.
Greetings,
Not a totally satisfied customer
After years of audio distortion (popping) using (two different) external audio interfaces in combination with a simple browser.
For 50% of the time needing to kick Program Manager manual from my computer after turning my computer off.
- I bought a Microsoft Surface Pro 4 with the intel i7 processor in 2017 for about $2000. Canadian funds and have just been told it can't handle windows 11. I remember that when windows 10 came out Microsoft was telling me it would run on a Toshiba net book that could barely handle windows 7 starter. If an Intel i7 can't handle windows 11 its replacement will be an apple.
- It's a GREAT processor that meets all the requirements. As well as being a popular processor. It should either be in the approved or a valid reason giver for it to not be included.
To force users to go spend hundreds of dollars to upgrade to run the new OS on good valid hardware is simply wrong.
I built my Desktop and a developer's box for developing Windows app as well as Websites using the Microsoft stack technologies.
These seems a bit unfair on Microsoft's side.
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