Summary of Video Content: Installing Windows 11 24H2 on Unsupported Hardware

Objective

To provide an update on installing and upgrading Windows 11 24H2 on unsupported hardware using an easier method.

Key Points

• Previous Video Update: A previous video was made on the same subject but became outdated quickly. The methods shared there to install Windows 11 on unsupported hardware still work but a simpler method is now available.

• Purpose: The video aims to provide a new, simplified method for installing or upgrading Windows 11 24H2 on unsupported hardware.

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• Easier Method:

  • The previous method involved creating a Rufus install using 23H2 and transferring the 24H2 WIM file to the installer. This was necessary because the Rufus installation didn’t support upgrades.
  • The new method: Rufus has now released an update (version 4.6) that allows in-place upgrades to Windows 11 24H2 using a 24H2 ISO image directly.

• Hardware Setup:

  • Testing setup is on an AMD FX 6300 system which does not meet minimum Windows 11 requirements, lacking support for secure boot, TPM 2.0, and does not have a compatible processor.

• Windows 11 Installation Process:

  • Download the Windows 11 ISO from Microsoft’s website.
  • Choose the same language as the currently installed version to ensure smooth upgrade while keeping existing data and applications.
  • Download and use Rufus 4.6 to create a bootable USB drive with MBR partition if the system doesn’t support UEFI.

• Rufus Update:

  • Rufus has released an update (version 4.6) which fixed previous issues, allowing users to create a Windows 11 24H2 USB that can perform upgrades unlike previous versions that only allowed fresh installations.
  • Users should ensure they select the correct options during USB creation, such as removing requirements for secure boot and TPM if the hardware does not support it.

• Running Windows 11 on Unsupported Hardware:

  • Rufus modifies registry settings to bypass setup restrictions, thus allowing installations on unsupported systems.
  • The discussion acknowledges critiques but defends Microsoft’s choice in supporting newer instruction sets for performance benefits.

Conclusion

• The new method presented is more straightforward and removes some previous workarounds, thanks to updates from Rufus.
• While the updated method works for many unsupported systems, it does not enable Windows 11 24H2 installs on very old processors lacking SSE 4.2 support, like the Intel Core 2 Duo.
• The video concludes with acknowledging that Microsoft's system requirements can compel most users to upgrade to new PCs, potentially benefiting the tech industry despite criticism of EoL older hardware.

Final Note

It is advised to consider upgrading outdated hardware when attempting to install new operating systems like Windows 11, as outdated hardware lacks the necessary processing power to support new instruction sets, which are crucial for optimal software functioning.