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Nick08650
Copper Contributor
Feb 06, 2022

Windows 11 for 7th generation Intel

Hi, I have learned that Microsoft has excluded all Intel processors prior to 8th generation from their current Windows 11 upgrade. While it is a great way to make millions of PC's obsolete, it is a p...
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schrodinbug
Copper Contributor
Apr 18, 2022

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What the freak does that mean, "the possibility of failure was decisive"? 

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luis908
Copper Contributor
Jul 11, 2022
its all b.s to me. its business to them, they want us just to buy more recent machines and make retailers, manufacture happy. they know some 7th gen runs fine and buttery like i5 7500. i think Microsoft should stop with all these requirements and let the users decide if they want to risk it and upgrade.
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    Gjevoriadmetgmailcom
    Copper Contributor
    Aug 27, 2023

    luis908 hello luis908 I have a same processor i5 7500 7th gen cpu. I have 12 gb of ram and a ssd. Can it run well windows 11? I know the risk about upgrading the pc but I want the pc just for school task like Microsoft word,  PowerPoint and Web browsing.  Hope u answer me peacefully. 

     

    Thank you a lot.

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      NewsAngel
      Brass Contributor
      Aug 27, 2023

      Gjevoriadmetgmailcom 7th gen. No, you cannot run Win 11. Using the NORMAL install key, downloaded from the Microsoft website, the install will stop you dead in your tracks. You should also go back and read all our previous threads, as I will not repeat this over and over.

       

      Anyone who wants to try Win 11 on Intel gen 7 or earlier, needs Rufus to alter the ISO so that it will bypass the requirements. However, I no longer recommend that any more. 

       

      The new Intel downfall flaw that was published in August 2023 makes it possible for hackers to steal all your information, passwords, bank info and anything on your PC. I recommend you buy some new parts on Amazon.

       

      Start over, get an 12th gen i3-12100, MSI B660m WiFi  board, 32GB GSkill 3200 RAM, Samsung 980 pro 500gb SSD. You will be out about $ 500, but it is well worth every penny and you now have a gaming or design rig that will blow your mind.

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