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Everettiin
Iron Contributor
Mar 12, 2025

Is it REALLY a bad idea to install Windows 11 on an 'unsupported' system?

I downloaded the little Windows tool, and it told me my PC is not compatible with Windows 11, but it's basically because of the lack of the TPM 2.0 module. Specs: CPU: Intel Core i7 8700k Mobo: Gi...
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Erik_Moreau
MVP
Mar 16, 2025

Hi Everettiin,

Your processor is supported, if you Motherboad bios allows it you might be able to activate the Virtual TPM

To enable TPM (Trusted Platform Module) on your Gigabyte Z370 Aorus Gaming motherboard with an i7 8700K CPU, follow these steps:

  1. Access BIOS Settings:
    • Restart your computer and press the Delete key repeatedly during startup to enter the BIOS.
  2. Navigate to Trusted Computing Settings:
    • Once in the BIOS, switch to Advanced Mode (usually by pressing F2).
    • Go to the Settings tab, then select Miscellaneous or Peripherals (depending on your BIOS version).
  3. Enable Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT):
    • Look for the option labeled Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT) and set it to Enabled.
  4. Save and Exit:
    • Save your changes (usually by pressing F10) and exit the BIOS.
  5. Verify TPM in Windows:
    • After rebooting into Windows, press Windows + R, type tpm.msc, and hit Enter. This will open the TPM Management Console, where you can confirm that TPM is enabled.

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