Many people with perfectly good computers can’t upgrade to Windows 11. When Microsoft released the latest version of Windows, it imposed some strict minimum system requirements, the most demanding of which was TPM 2.0 support. Many people have PCs with older versions of Trusted Platform Module (TPM), or decent gaming machines that don’t have TPM at all, meaning Windows 11 is out of reach. However, there’s an easy way to bypass TPM checks and install Windows 11 on your PC.

Let me state the obvious right away: it’s not a good idea to upgrade low-end PCs to Windows 11. Microsoft requires a minimum of 4GB of RAM and 64GB of free space to install Windows 11, and if your PC doesn’t have that, you should avoid this upgrade. This guide is primarily intended for those who have perfectly capable PCs but can’t upgrade to Windows 11 due to TPM restrictions.

Microsoft’s primary reason for promoting TPM is to improve security. PCs with TPM are more resistant to malware and ransomware attacks, and can more securely store sensitive data locally. The company says that if you install Windows 11 on an unsupported PC, you may run into compatibility issues, may not receive support from Microsoft, and may experience poor performance. It also warns that any damage to your PC will not be covered under warranty.

If your PC is still under warranty, it’s best not to mess with it. However, if the warranty has expired, you may want to consider upgrading to Windows 11 anyway, as a new deadline is approaching. Microsoft has announced that it will stop providing updates for these computers starting October 14, 2025.