Can I upgrade my i7-6700HQ CPU @2.60GH processor to one I can upgrade to Windows 11?

[TechFishy]

I have an HP ENVY Notebook - 17t-n100 CTO (Energy Star) with an Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-6700HQ CPU @ 2.60GHz processor.  My Product Number is M9X67AV and my Motherboard is ID:80EE.  When I try to use Windows Update to install Windows 11 it says my processor is not compatible.  Is there a processor I can buy that I can drop into my notebook that will allow me to upgrade to Windows 11?   If I need to provide more information, please tell me exactly what I need to do to find additional info for you.  Also, I have no idea why, when I input my notebook serial number into the HP website it tells me it's not valid.  I guess my computer doesn't know what it is.  LOL  

I understand that Windows 11 can be forced onto my notebook but it's done with security vulnerabilities.  I want a processor that's compliant with my notebook and Windows 11 so that it's compliant with Windows 11 security.  

[NonSequitur777]

@TechFishy,

Welcome to our HP Community forum!

No, you cannot upgrade your notebook with a Windows 11 eligible processor.

However, 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

[TechFishy]

I understand that Windows 11 can be forced to install on my laptop.  I stated this already but I'm stating it again.  My question is to replace the CPU I currently have with a CPU that's Windows 11 compliant.  As outlined below, Windows 11 requires an Intel 8th Generation Processor.  I need to know if I can buy an 8th Generation CPU ad replace my current CPU with it in my notebook?  If I can, exactly which processor should I buy and do I need other components as well so that it's fully functional?  

The following is information I've gathered from other websites and the reasons why people shouldn't force Windows 11 on CPU's that don't support Windows 11.  There are security risks in doing so.  

In early 2018 modern CPUs were affected by serious design flaws that enabled the Spectre and Meltdown side-channel attacks. Microsoft had to release patches for Windows that slowed down PCs with older CPUs. This let Windows work around the security problems in these CPUs.
Intel said that Spectre and Meltdown were addressed with hardware-level changes starting with Intel 8th-generation CPUs.
Windows 11 incorporates security features like VBS, which isolates data from other programs, and an updated Windows Defender, which relies on modern CPU capabilities for optimal performance.
The Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 is a hardware security chip that helps protect data by encrypting it, verifying the integrity of the system software and firmware, and enabling features like Secure Boot. Older CPUs might not have TPM 2.0 or might not support it as effectively, potentially leaving systems vulnerable to attacks.

Please, no more info about forcing Windows 11 into my notebook.  I know it can be done but it doesn't protect me from future xploits.  I'm flabbergasted that HP doesn't provide us with any information.  Sadly, from what I can tell, the only way to protect yourself is to purchase a new Windows 11 compliant laptop.  

[NonSequitur777]

@TechFishy,

What part of: "No, you cannot upgrade your notebook with a Windows 11 eligible processor" left any ambiguity whatsoever to your question?