Microsoft has taken an unexpected step, issuing instructions for installing Windows 11 on computers that don’t meet the minimum system requirements. The move comes as a warning to users who may want to install Windows 11 despite their PC’s hardware not supporting it.
The instructions advise users of potential risks, including system crashes and security issues. To proceed with the installation, users must accept a disclaimer stating that they’re aware of the risks and acknowledge that their PC will no longer be supported and won’t receive updates.
In most cases, Windows 11 requires a TPM 2.0 chip, but Microsoft now allows users to upgrade directly to Windows 11 without this hardware. The process is expected to be done via the Windows Update app and PC Health Check app.
After installing Windows 11, if the device still doesn’t meet the requirements, a watermark will appear on the desktop and notifications will pop up in the Settings app. These issues can only be resolved by registry tweaks.
Users who upgrade to Windows 11 despite not meeting the requirements can revert back to Windows 10 within 10 days using the Recovery options feature in Settings. However, users are advised to create a backup before upgrading to avoid potential issues.
Source: https://www.pcworld.com/article/2550265/microsoft-now-allowing-windows-11-on-older-incompatible-pcs.html