Installing Windows 11 24H2 on Unsupported Hardware

Objective

• Guide on installing Windows 11 24H2 on unsupported hardware.
• Explanation of methods for both upgrades and fresh installations.

Introduction

• Reiteration of methods due to new Windows 11 build releases.
• Highlight of using a new approach for installation.

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• Link to purchase with a discount code.

Methods for Installation

Existing Methods

• Previous methods of using server installer still applicable.
• Explanation of using old methods and the importance of creativity in each tutorial.

Fresh Installation

• Suggestion of using Rufus method for fresh installations.
• Issue: Rufus method does not work for upgrades with 24H2 without modifications.

Unsupported Hardware Context

• Demonstration on a specific unsupported system: AMD FX6300.
• Importance of using these workarounds to bypass secure boot and TPM 2.0 requirements.

Step-by-Step Installation Process

Preparing Installation Media

1. Download Windows 11 ISO:

   • Access Microsoft's regular download site.
   • Choose ISO image for Windows 11 24H2.

2. Using Rufus:

   • Download and use Rufus to create installation media.
   • For unsupported hardware, change partition scheme to MBR.

3. Media Creation Tool Script:

   • Use Media Creation Tool BAT script to download 23H2 for creating setup media.

Creating the Installation USB

• Explanation of creating the USB with Rufus using 23H2 to bypass current restrictions.
• Addition of 24H2 install.wim file to the USB.

Special Upgrade Method

Server Installer Method

• Use server installer as workaround for upgrading Windows 10 or previous Windows 11 versions.
• Detailed steps to execute the server installer from a command prompt.

Additional Tips and Considerations

• Mention of a potential disabling of the server installer workaround by Microsoft.
• Observation: Windows 11 24H2 performance on low spec systems.
• Reinforcement that security updates are available to unsupported hardware but build updates require workarounds.

Resources

• Video link with additional guidance for bypassing Microsoft account requirements.
• Reminder of potential issues and solutions for installation on unsupported systems.

Conclusion

• Encouragement to follow the steps outlined for successful installation.
• Appreciation for tutorial content consumption and an invitation to explore related videos.