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Possible to install Windows 11 24H2 on unsupported hardware?
Hi, I am not a tech savvy and really want to install Windows 11 on my unsupported PC. I downloaded the Windows 11 24H2 and start the in-place upgrade from Windows 10. After a couple of minutes, the ...
As fas as I know, the traditional registry hack and product server method does not work for Windows 11 24H2. Please try the following the steps written a popular blog editor. This is the only working method I tested a few days ago for the latest Windows 11 24H2.
https://www.thenextweeb.com/install-windows-11-on-unsupported-pc
Note: It is recommended to use a fast USB 3.0 or above USB flash drive for installing Windows 11 24H2 on unsupported hardware!
Installing Windows 11 24H2 on unsupported hardware can be somewhat tricky due to the strict requirements set by Microsoft, especially regarding TPM 2.0 and certain CPU models. But you can do that:
1. Modify the Windows Setup Files:
- Open the USB drive, and navigate to the sources folder.
- Locate the appraiserres.dll file and make a backup of it.
- Replace the appraiserres.dll file with a modified version that you can find through various online resources (be cautious with this step, as it involves downloading from third-party sites).
2. Bypass the TPM and CPU Check:
- You may need to add registry values to bypass the hardware checks. To do this, create a text file named bypass.cmd with the following commands:
@echo off
reg add "HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\Setup\MoSetup" /v "AllowUpgradesWithUnsupportedTPMOrCPU" /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /f - Run the bypass.cmd file as an administrator before starting the installation. This adds a registry key that allows you to continue the installation.
3. Start the Installation:
- Reboot your computer and boot from the USB drive. You might need to change the boot order in BIOS/UEFI settings.
- Follow the installation prompts, and it should allow you to proceed past the hardware checks.
