[SOLVED] Is it REALLY a bad idea to install Windows 11 on an 'unsupported' system?

[TobyHardware]

I downloaded the little Windows tool, and it told me my PC is not compatible with Windows 11, but it's basically because of the lack of the TPM 2.0 module.
Specs:
CPU: Intel Core i7 8700k
Mobo: Gigabyte Z370 Aorus Gaming
Ram: 32gb DDR4 3200

I'm thinking about upgrading my whole system (Ryzen 7 9700x CPU, with compatible mobo and RAM), instead of bypassing the W11 TPM 2.0 module requirement, all because I've heard that down the line there may be some "incompatibility" or security issues that Windows may require TPM 2.0 for.
And I've also heard that buying a TPM 2.0 module for my mobo just to make it compatible with W11 is not really the best idea either.

I'm so lost, and I don't know what to do! Any advice? What are the REAL life implications of bypassing the TPM 2.0 thing when installing Windows 11?

EDIT: I enabled Intel PTT (Platform Trusted Technology) from the BIOS, and now my PC is Windows 11 compatible. Every manufacturer handles it differently, but from my Gigabyte BIOS, I just needed to go to the Peripherals tab, and the option is right there. I went to this tab many times and my eyes just didn't see the option there. But I'll leave this here for future reference.

I'm now aware that it wouldn't've been a big deal to just bypass it, and install W11 anyway, but I'd rather do it 'the right way' just in case. And I'm glad my motherboard had that option so I'd pass all the checks.

Thank you all for the help!

 

[Lutfij]

Welcome to the forums, newcomer!

https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/Z370-AORUS-Gaming-7-rev-10/support#support-dl-driver
Windows 11 is supported on your chipset/platform. You might want to pass on a link to the board you own or at the very least passing on the correct model for the board so we're informed of what your limitations are.

You might want to update the BIOS to the latest if you're pending it. Create a bootable USB installer for Widnwos 11 and install the OS in offline mode. While offline, install all necessary drivers with the latest versions in an elevated command, i.e, Right click installer>Run as Administrator.

 

[TobyHardware]

Welcome to the forums, newcomer!

Thank you for the reply!

My motherboard is the very first Aorus Ultra Gaming mobo they released: https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/Z370-AORUS-Ultra-Gaming-rev-10
And my BIOS is now updated to the latest version (it was the very first one a few minutes ago).

Still says my PC isn't compatible:

"This PC doesn't currently meet Windows 11 system requirements.
TPM 2.0 must be supported and enabled on this PC.
TPM: TPM not detected"

EDIT: I just want to clarify:
1. I know there's a way to bypass the TPM 2.0 requirements, so that's not an issue.
2. If I so want, I could install the TPM 2.0 module on my mobo, and be done with it.

My original question remains though.
1. What would be the consequences of bypassing the TPM 2.0 requirement for W11? Is this advisable at all? Or is it better to upgrade to a system that supports TPM 2.0 by default?
2. What if I add a TPM 2.0 module to my motherboard, and just install W11 like that? Does that have a negative consequence?

Many thanks.

 

[TerryLaze]

My original question remains though.
1. What would be the consequences of bypassing the TPM 2.0 requirement for W11? Is this advisable at all?

The only problem with that is that MS might be forced to do an update at some time that will not work at all without an TPM so you would be stuck at that point and would have to decide then what to do.
And I say forced because I believe that MS wants to keep as many people as possible in their ecosystem so this will only happen when there's absolutely no other way for them.
Just my opinion though.

 

[stonecarver]

I'm thinking about upgrading my whole system (Ryzen 7 9700x CPU, with compatible mobo and RAM), instead of bypassing the W11 TPM 2.0 module requirement, all because I've heard that down the line there may be some "incompatibility" or security issues that Windows may require TPM 2.0 for.

Doing the TPM bypass has been proven now going on 5 years that Windows and updates work.

Sure Microsoft could make it so you can't get the anniversary October under the hood yearly changes but security updates are different and it would be counter productive if in a hypothetical situation Microsoft made it so a huge user base is out there on there current OS virusing the world .

Not one of the countless computers that I have installed windows 11 on with unsupported CPU has EVER had an issue. There all 100% windows updates patched. 2021-current

It's a shame you will still have those that will say oh it's so bad and don't even try it but have they ever tried or seen first hand if it's as negative as there own fear.

I also realize for many this is the formal excuse to get a new system that one has been itching for already and now it's a have to because Microsoft is forcing me .

They now have the clout behind the justification of spending a boatload of money on there already wanted system and blame Microsoft OS change or the non existence TPM software block.

I'm so lost, and I don't know what to do! Any advice? What are the REAL life implications of bypassing the TPM 2.0 thing when installing Windows 11?

If you want a new system get a new system as upgrading is always fun but as well Windows 11 works just fine on your i7 8700 when all is said and done. If you need to use the TPM bypass as you said your missing the chip there is nothing stopping you but you.

 

[TobyHardware]

I'll post this as a response, just so people are aware:

I enabled Intel PTT (Platform Trusted Technology) from the BIOS, and now my PC is Windows 11 compatible. Every manufacturer handles it differently, but from my Gigabyte BIOS, I just needed to go to the Peripherals tab, and the option is right there. I went to this tab many times and my eyes just didn't see the option there. But I'll leave this here for future reference.

I'm now aware that it wouldn't've been a big deal to just bypass it, and install W11 anyway, but I'd rather do it 'the right way' just in case. And I'm glad my motherboard had that option so I'd pass all the checks.

Thank you all for the help!