Windows 11 issue

[lsr2022]

Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-7200U CPU @ 2.50GHz 2.71 GHz is not compatible with Windows 11, as many know.  We have 3 such processors, one of which is on a new unused laptop.  Is there a SAFE and reliable workaround?  an upgrade to the processor, which is of course newer and better than lesser processors that are compatible with 11.   Won't go into their motives, but would appreciate a reliable suggestion.  Many thanks.

[Paul_Tikkanen]

Hi:

Yes, this is the easiest way to bypass the W11 hardware checks.

See this discussion...

Solved: Upgrade CPU Intel 7 to intel 8 - HP Support Community - 8300175

Will work on any PC currently running W10.

[lsr2022]

MANY thanks!  At the risk of being piggish and needy, might you tell me what 8 would be compatible and if a novice can do this?  Thanks again!  Kind regards...

[Paul_Tikkanen · Accepted solution]

You're very welcome.

Notebook processors in that model series and in most notebooks made in the last 7 years or so, are integral parts of the motherboard and cannot be removed or replaced.

You would have to install a new motherboard that comes with an Intel 8th gen core processor and according to chapter 3 of the service manual, no 17-bxxx notebook model came with a motherboard with an Intel 8th gen core processor.

HP 17 Laptop PCHP 17g Laptop PCHP 17q Laptop PC Maintenance and Service Guide

So, upgrading the processor is not an option.

[lsr2022]

Many thanks, Paul.  Had to at least give it a try.  Take care.

[Paul_Tikkanen]

Anytime.

Glad to have been of assistance.

You take care too!

Paul