Microsoft Permits Windows 11 on Unsupported PCs with Limitations
The company allows manual installation on older hardware but warns of security risks, lack of updates, and visible warnings.
Overview
- Microsoft now officially allows Windows 11 to be installed on devices that do not meet its minimum hardware requirements, including lacking TPM 2.0.
- Unsupported systems will not receive automatic updates, including critical security patches, and users must install updates manually if needed.
- Devices with unsupported hardware will display a desktop watermark and a notification in Settings, warning users of compatibility issues.
- Microsoft advises against using Windows 11 on unsupported hardware due to potential performance, stability, and security vulnerabilities.
- Users who upgrade to Windows 11 on unsupported devices can revert to Windows 10 within 10 days, with Windows 10 support ending in October 2025.