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07-25-2025 04:01 PM
Hello,
I have installed Windows 11 on my PC with an Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-7700T CPU @ 2.90GHz processor. This processor does not normally support Windows 11, yet it works almost perfectly. In fact, after a few seconds, Windows locks my PC. If I disable the graphics card (Intel(R) HD Graphics 630 integrated in the processor), everything works, but with reduced performance (no dual-screen management, for example).
Question 1: Does anyone know what parameter causes this problem?
Question 2: could someone tell me which processor to replace mine with so as not to throw away my PC?
Unfortunately, I can't get any direct help from HP, only the FAQ, which isn't very useful in my case, or the virtual assistant, which doesn't understand my needs.
Many thanks in advance.
07-25-2025 04:04 PM
Welcome to our HP Community forum!
If you are happy with your PC, there is no need to throw away your PC.
Even though 'officially' the processor in your AIO may not be W11 supported, there are a number of reliable and effective methods developed which would allow you to almost effortlessly upgrade your so-called "unsupported device" to Windows 11, such as this easy-to-follow YouTube instructional video shows: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lSrmhhigEhY&t=332s&ab_channel=Tips2Fix.
This method uses a clever Microsoft (Server) backdoor Windows 11 install method.
This works great: I have used it myself on a number of legacy (pre 8th gen Intel Core) HP desktops without any issues whatsoever.
Btw, in the off-chance you don't like W11, you have 10 days to roll back to Windows 10. After 10 days, unless you follow the steps outlined in this instructional video, you may need to do a fresh install of Windows 10. Either way, this video will show you what to do: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2v9_-4JCh_U&ab_channel=Tips2Fix.
Kind Regards,
NonSequitur777
07-25-2025 04:51 PM
Sorry, here is the response I should have given:
Since you're experiencing only one specific problem (iGPU instability), and everything else works:
Try the last stable Intel HD 630 driver for Windows 10 (version 30.0.101.1069) which you can get here: https://drivers.softpedia.com/get/GRAPHICS-BOARD/INTEL/Intel-UHD-Graphics-630-Driver-30-0-101-1069-W....
In order to block Windows from automatically updating your Intel graphics driver, follow one of these three effective methods:
Option 1: Use Group Policy Editor (Pro/Enterprise Editions):
Press Win + R, type gpedit.msc, and press Enter.
Navigate to:
Computer Configuration → Administrative Templates → Windows Components → Windows Update → Manage updates offered from Windows Update.
Double-click: “Do not include drivers with Windows Updates”.
Set it to: Enabled, then click OK.
Reboot.
Option 2: Use Windows Settings (Pause Device Driver Updates):
Open Settings → Windows Update → Advanced options
Under: Optional updates, do not install any driver updates, especially for display adapters.
You can also pause updates temporarily if needed.
Option 3: Use Microsoft’s “Show or Hide Updates” Tool:
Download from Microsoft: https://download.microsoft.com/download/f/2/2/f22d5fdb-59cd-4275-8c95-1be17bf70b21/wushowhide.diagca.... (If directed, choose "Keep" in Windows Downloads.)
Run it and hide the Intel graphics driver update.
This prevents Windows Update from reinstalling the newer version.
If unsuccessful, you may want to consider reinstalling Windows 10, which will give you full driver and hardware support with your existing CPU.
Warm Regards,
NonSequitur777
07-27-2025 05:00 AM
Thanks for reply.
After testing your suggestion, nothing works...
My problem is still there...
I resume: when I start my PC, after logging into Windows, after a few seconds, the session locked. To get around this problem, I have to disable my graphics card (Intel(R) HD Graphics 630, integrate into the processor), wait a few seconds then re-enable it.Then I can work with my PC.
I suppose that Windows is using a setting that I am not aware of and that is causing my problem.
My i7-7700 processor is not supported by Windows 11, end of the story.
I thought I could simply replace my processor with another one, but my motherboard is too old to support one that is compatible with Windows 11. Planned obsolescence...
After many years, my PC need to be replaced.
Thank you very much for your help and for taking the time to assist me.
Have a nice day
Regards
Lomano