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01-14-2025 09:40 PM
Laptops that can upgrade?
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01-14-2025 09:56 PM
Yes, that model's Pentium Silver N5000 is on Microsoft's list of supported processors for W11.
Windows processor requirements Windows 11 supported Intel processors | Microsoft Learn
You just need to make sure that secure boot is enabled in the BIOS as well as the TPM 2.0 security device.
01-14-2025 09:56 PM
Yes, that model's Pentium Silver N5000 is on Microsoft's list of supported processors for W11.
Windows processor requirements Windows 11 supported Intel processors | Microsoft Learn
You just need to make sure that secure boot is enabled in the BIOS as well as the TPM 2.0 security device.
01-14-2025 10:00 PM
You can use few ways to by-pass hardware requirements. The easiest way is to edit Registry. Please use
Use this registry hack to upgrade to Windows 11
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01-14-2025 10:05 PM
I have 15-Bs234wm which brother got angry with windows so I’ll have to invest in a new screen and power supply I’m not sure why but I can fix this if it’s compatible with win 11 I located some org replacement parts so I’ll not lend again but it was a laugh at the time!!
01-15-2025 08:31 AM
Thank you , I’m trying to get a jump on losing support I just got my Hp and my brother issss special I’ll get a screen and power supply that covers a few. While reading about win12 , I had bought an OBD2 programand trying to keep active, not sure if I can keep up with MS but worth a try, thank you for the info.