Replacing my Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-7700 CPU

[PDaddy56]

What processor do I need for a 82F1 1.01 motherboard to run Windows 11?

[Paul_Tikkanen]

Your PC's motherboard only supports Intel 7th gen core processors and Micrsoft indicates that the minimum processor requirement for W11 are the Intel 8th gen or newer core processors.

If you are happy with your PC, and if you are interested in installing W11 24H2 on your PC as is, watch this video, which is the easiest way to do it in my opinion, and I have tried many different ways to do this during the last 3 years.

How to Install Windows 11 on Unsupported PC in 2025 (New Easiest Method, No CMD)

Download the W24H2 ISO file and use that (3rd option).

Download Windows 11

You can download the free 7-Zip file utility from the link below. The top line is for 64 bit.

7-Zip

You'll have to repeat this procedure each October when Microsoft rolls out the new builds because a PC that does not meet Microsoft's minimum W11 hardware requirements will never automatically get the update to the next build.

Other than that, your PC will continue to get the monthly cumulative and other updates.

That's only a minor inconvenience to have continued OS support beyond October of 2025.