Here are 4 proven methods to upgrade to Windows 11 for free, even on incompatible hardware:
- Windows Update (Official Workaround)
For PCs with partial compatibility issues (e.g., missing TPM 2.0 but meets other requirements):
Navigate to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update.
If the upgrade appears, select Download and install.
For hidden updates, use the Windows 11 Installation Assistant from Microsoft’s website. - Registry Hack (Bypass TPM/Secure Boot Checks)
For fully incompatible devices:
Open Registry Editor (regedit) and navigate to:
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HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\Setup\LabConfig
Create these DWORD values and set to 1:
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BypassTPMCheck
BypassSecureBootCheck
BypassRAMCheck
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Mount a Windows 11 ISO and run setup.exe to install.
- Replace install.wim (Clean Install Trick)
Requires a Windows 10 ISO and USB drive:
Mount both Windows 10 and Windows 11 ISOs.
Copy install.wim from the Windows 11 Sources folder to replace the file in Windows 10’s ISO.
Create a bootable USB with the modified ISO and install normally. - Windows Insider Program (Dev Channel)
For unsupported hardware:
Join Windows Insider Program via Settings > Update & Security > Windows Insider Program.
Select Dev Channel (may require registry edits if blocked).
Check for updates to install the latest preview build.
Key Notes
⚠ Risks:
Unsupported devices may face stability issues or lose future updates.
Backup data before attempting registry/ISO methods.
🔧 Post-Installation:
Disable automatic updates to prevent compatibility blocks.
Use PC Health Check to verify partial compatibility.
For ISO downloads, visit Microsoft’s official site. Need further help? Ask below! 🛠️