Windows 11 software says I do not meet the requirement, despite having the minimum ones

Michele · Jun 24, 2021

Yes, I have TPM 2.0 on. I am using HP laptop. As far as I know, it doesn't have the option to enable TPM or something (it's enable if there's option) I haven't touched it though. Yes, I am using UEFI mode. I have Directx 12.

I have the minimum requirements but it still tells me I can't even run it. Anyone having the issue? I guess we'll have to wait for a fix too.

johnlgalt · Jun 24, 2021

Normally you need to enable TPM in the UEFI setup for it to actually be active.

You can verify from the Verify Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Chip on Windows PC tutorial at 10F. Option 2 is usually the easiest to go with, but any of them will work.

If it shows as not available, you need to go into your UEFI setup and enable it.

jessewilliams56 · Jun 24, 2021

I am having the same issue with my HP Laptop. But it doesn't give me an option to enable it in the UEFI BIOS. My HP Desktop also has a UEFI BIOS, but it says it doesn't have a compatible TPM.

johnlgalt · Jun 24, 2021

The hard limit is going to be TPM 1.2 - Win11 should (eventually) allow installation as long as you have that and everything else checks out.

@larc919 said he had an update to Intel software that allowed that option to be unlocked in his BIOS, and then the test passed.

As soon as I find hte post I'll link it here.

hsehestedt · Jun 24, 2021

I also have an HP laptop, same deal. My TPM 2.0 is clearly enabled (under Security Devices in Device Manager). If fact, my drive is BitLocker enabled so I know it's working.

I suspect that the health check utility is simply fudged up right now. We'll simply have to give it time.

In fact, that utility is so messed up that it says I'm running Windows 10 2009 when I am actually running 21H1 although I guess it's basically the same thing.

dfc643 · Jun 24, 2021

Windows 11 INSIDER does not support Intel Gen-6 CPUs ... :crys:

I have an Intel Gen-7 CPU G4560 also not meet the requirement ..
With TPM2.0 and Secure-Boot enabled..

Supported AMD Processors (Ryzen3 and above)
Supported Intel Processors (Gen-8 and above)

And is there any way to Fake CPUID? like hackintosh.

hsehestedt · Jun 25, 2021

dfc643, when I first wrote my post (the one just before yours) I was so ticked off because the requirements just seem crazy. In what world should a 7th gen i7 with 32 GB RAM, WiFi 6, 4k display, NVMe SSD, TPM 2, and Thunderbolt 3 not be supported?

But as I think about it, I can't help but think that Microsoft is going to modify this eventually. After all, I think it also says that minimum CPU requirement is only 1GHz and mine runs several times that speed.

I guess that we all just need to be patient and see what the months ahead bring.

For now the blood is slowly draining from my head but if these requirements become the final ones without some moderation I'm gonna be having words with someone :)

johnlgalt · Jun 25, 2021

hsehestedt said:
dfc643, when I first wrote my post (the one just before yours) I was so ticked off because the requirements just seem crazy. In what world should a 7th gen i7 with 32 GB RAM, WiFi 6, 4k display, NVMe SSD, TPM 2, and Thunderbolt 3 not be supported?

But as I think about it, I can't help but think that Microsoft is going to modify this eventually. After all, I think it also says that minimum CPU requirement is only 1GHz and mine runs several times that speed.

I guess that we all just need to be patient and see what the months ahead bring.

For now the blood is slowly draining from my head but if these requirements become the final ones without some moderation I'm gonna be having words with someone :)

Now you're thinking more clearly.

This is Microsoft. lol.

zbook · Jun 25, 2021

End users cannot rely on Upgrade to the New Windows 11 OS | Microsoft to determine whether their PC can or cannot run Windows 11 if it displays:

Code:

This PC can't run Windows 11

While this PC doesn't meet the system requirements to run Windows 11, you'll keep getting Windows 10 updates.

This PC can't run Windows 11 is simply a catch all phrase that is going to be frequently incorrect.

The tool posts information on hardware.

It does not post complete information on problems related to Windows.

The PCs may run Windows 11 after troubleshooting failed windows updates / upgrades.

dfc643 · Jun 25, 2021

hsehestedt said:
dfc643, when I first wrote my post (the one just before yours) I was so ticked off because the requirements just seem crazy. In what world should a 7th gen i7 with 32 GB RAM, WiFi 6, 4k display, NVMe SSD, TPM 2, and Thunderbolt 3 not be supported?

But as I think about it, I can't help but think that Microsoft is going to modify this eventually. After all, I think it also says that minimum CPU requirement is only 1GHz and mine runs several times that speed.

I guess that we all just need to be patient and see what the months ahead bring.

For now the blood is slowly draining from my head but if these requirements become the final ones without some moderation I'm gonna be having words with someone :)

Please calm down lol

I think Microsoft just want clean up the "old" PCs. But which kind of PC is "the old PC"? the answer just Microsoft knows.

Fortunately,
"Setup.exe" has no limit about CPU model, just need TPM 2.0 now.
We can waiting for an ISO/ESD image file.

Windows 7 and 8.x says: Not supports Gen 7 due to Gen 7 is too new.
Windows 11 says: Not supports Gen 7 due to Gen 7 is too old.

dfc643 · Jun 25, 2021

UPDATE
seems Microsoft changed the requirements.

Compatibility for Windows 11- Compatibility Cookbook

Learn how to enable your apps are compatible for Windows 11

docs.microsoft.com

Hard Floor:

CPU: Core >= 2 and Speed >= 1 GHz
System Memory: TotalPhysicalRam >= 4 GB
Storage: 64 GB
Security: TPM Version >= 1.2 and SecureBootCapable = True
Smode: Smode is false, or Smode is true and C_ossku in (0x65, 0x64, 0x63, 0x6D, 0x6F, 0x73, 0x74, 0x71)

Soft Floor:

Security: TPMVersion >= 2.0
CPU Generation

But, the 7th Gen Intel CPU seems uses TPM 1.16 version. (report from Windows Defender)
You can buy a TPM 2.0 module by self if laws allowed in your country. (Disallowed in Mainland China)

hsehestedt · Jun 25, 2021

dfc643 said:
But, the 7th Gen Intel CPU seems uses TPM 1.16 version. (report from Windows Defender)
You can buy a TPM 2.0 module by self if laws allowed in your country. (Disallowed in Mainland China)

Actually, my 7th gen system came with a TPM 2.0. That particular system is a laptop so no swapping it out after purchase.

hsehestedt · Jun 25, 2021

zbook said:
This PC can't run Windows 11 is simply a catch all phrase that is going to be frequently incorrect.

Agreed, but my more immediate concern is the insider builds. When I tried to switch on the insider option it told me to go take a hike and that my system could not run Win 11. Hopefully it will behave differently if I get an actual ISO image.

dfc643 · Jun 25, 2021

hsehestedt said:
Actually, my 7th gen system came with a TPM 2.0. That particular system is a laptop so no swapping it out after purchase.

UPDATE,
a funny things. ~~insider program seems work fine without any warning after reboot windows.~~

insider program says "your pc incompatible with windows 11" before reboot.

BUT, "PC Health Check" still reports "cant run windows 11".

Intel Gen7 G4560, TPM Enabled, Secure-Boot Enabled.

johnlgalt · Jun 25, 2021

dfc643 said:
insider program says "your pc incompatible with windows 11" before reboot.

Because they are allowing even fully incompatible devices to still run Windows 11 in Insiders.

See chart in this link:

Preparing for Insider Preview Builds of Windows 11

UPDATE 6/28 at 12:30pm PDT: See this blog post on an update on Windows 11 minimum system requirements. Today, we unveiled Windows 11 to the world, and we know Windows Insiders are super excited to get th

blogs.windows.com

johnlgalt · Jun 25, 2021

or see this image directly:

fjk61011 · Jun 25, 2021

As far as I knew I had a TPM 1.2 module. At least that's what tpm.msc showed. However whilst fiddling with my BIOS if you will pardon the expression, I now have a TPM 2.0.

What I did is enabled secure boot, PPt or PTT and enabled TPM and set it to 2.0. I rebooted and went into BIOS and opened the TPM page to be greeted by a page full of esoteric settings. No I don't have a clue what they mean. tpm.msc shows tpm 2.0

AsRock Z270 PRO4 and a ASUS GeForce 660 graphics card. Direct X 12 working at X11

fjk61011 · Jun 25, 2021

"While we recommend that all PCs meet the full hardware requirements for Windows 11, we are allowing some limited exceptions as we apply these new restrictions. All Windows Insiders who have already been installing builds from the Dev Channel on their PCs up through June 24, 2021 will be allowed to continue installing Windows 11 Insider Preview builds even if their PC does not meet the minimum hardware requirements."

For the Americans, what does "up through June 24" mean?

johnlgalt · Jun 25, 2021

Up to and including 24 June. So if you joined the Insiders yesterday you'll need to have flighted a build to be eligible.

Yet another way they are gonna irk people.

As for TPM - you've enabled (more than likely) a firmwarebased TPM, which a lot of newer motherboards seem to have, despite not being enabled on the fly. Congratz!

hsehestedt · Jun 25, 2021

So, I managed to come off the ledge a bit regarding the lack of support for anything below an 8th gen Intel Core CPU. I read an article that explained that with the final release Windows will allow installation of CPUs prior to the 8th gen but it will warn that it is not recommended.

If that is in fact what really happens in the final product, I can live with that

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