Microsoft may be taking steps to prevent Windows 11 from running on unsupported hardware in the near future. The latest Windows Insider build, the Canary build, includes changes that could remove the ability to bypass the TPM 2.0 requirement and run Windows 11 on devices that don’t meet the minimum specifications.
Here’s what you need to know:
- TPM (Trusted Platform Module) is a security feature that allows the system to verify itself and ensure the presence of a TPM chip.
- Currently, some users can install Windows 11 on unsupported hardware by using tricks like telling the installer they’re running Windows 11 Server to avoid requirement checks.
- The recent changes in the Canary build suggest Microsoft is moving towards eliminating these workarounds, potentially forcing users to have a supported TPM 2.0 chip and other minimum hardware requirements.
This development raises concerns for users running Windows 11 on older or unsupported devices. It’s unclear how these changes will impact tools like Rufus that help with installation on unsupported hardware. Microsoft’s apparent goal is to encourage users to upgrade to newer, compatible PCs.
While the exact implications remain to be seen, it appears that the days of running Windows 11 on unsupported hardware may be numbered. Keep an eye out for further updates from Microsoft regarding this matter.