How to Bypass Windows 11 Requirements? (TPM 2.0, Secure Boot or All)

Microsoft has some strict rules about the kind of hardware your computer needs to have to install Windows 11. One important requirement is having TPM 2.0 support. This means that even if you have an older computer or a virtual machine, you won't be able to upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11. Instead, you'll get a message saying like This PC doesn't meet requirements for Windows 11. 

However, getting this message doesn't mean you can't use Windows 11. There are ways to bypass the requirements, such as skipping the checks for TPM 2.0 or Secure Boot. Alternatively, you can create a bootable USB to bypass all Windows 11 requirements once and for all. Firstly, let's see what are the specific requirements to install the new operating system.

What are the Windows 11 requirements?

Many fresh updates in Windows 11 indicate that Windows 11 has higher hardware requirements for installation to ensure enhanced performance, support new features, and future-proof devices. Especially some like a compatible 64-bit processor with at least 1 GHz clock speed and two or more cores, a DirectX 12-compatible graphics card, and the minimum storage of 64GB should be met for device support.

From the official information, we can also find other system requirements, as the picture shows:

The higher requirements enable the operating system to use hardware capabilities effectively, resulting in smoother performance and improved multitasking. However, it’s not easy to meet all requirements for Windows 11 upgrading. Some hardware requirements such as CPU, RAM, and Graphics Card, should be updated to a new one once they are ineligible.

Fortunately, in today's society, there are several options for bypassing Windows 11 requirements. Now, move to the next part to learn how to bypass Windows 11 requirements.

How to bypass Windows 11 requirements

To bypass Windows 11 requirements, it is better to check your device first and then adopt measures to enjoy Windows 11 without requirement limitations.

Part 1. Check your PC for Windows 11 upgrading

To make things easier, Microsoft has provided the "PC Health Check" tool, which quickly assesses whether your system is compatible with Windows 11. By running this tool, you can determine which aspects of your system need to be upgraded to meet system requirements for Windows 11 or bypassed.

▌Option 1. Use Microsoft PC Health Check Tool
PC Health Check Tool, developed by Microsoft, is designed to assess if your system meets the requirements for Windows 11. It provides a comprehensive list of reasons why your PC may not support Windows 11 updates.

Step 1. Visit the Microsoft official website and download the application.

Step 2. Install the application and open it. Click on "Check now" in the main interface.

Step 3. If your computer meets the eligibility criteria, you will receive a message stating, "This PC can run Windows 11". Congratulations! You can proceed with the direct upgrade to Windows 11 and start enjoying its features. But if be noticed that "This PC doesn't currently meet Windows 11 system requirements", you can click "see all results" to see which aspects are not available.

However, PC health check says “Yes” while Windows update says “No” Windows 11 issue can happen occasionally, and it does not offer specific solutions to address these issues.  Besides, you may also encounter the PC meets Windows 11 requirements but can't upgrade problem, it can be challenging and time-consuming to find appropriate solutions for the various problems identified by the tool.

So, if you have limited knowledge of computers but want to easily bypass Windows 11 requirements, it is advisable to use a handy tool as your assistant.

▌Option 2. Check your PC with AOMEI Partition Assistant Standard
AOMEI Partition Assistant Standard is a free partition management program that comes highly recommended not just for checking if your system meets the requirements for Windows 11 but also for assisting you in resolving many issues. If you want to bypass Windows 11 requirements, it can be an ideal choice.

In the following sections, we will explore the details of this tool and its functionalities. Let's begin with checking if your PC can meet the system requirements for upgrading Windows 11.

Step 1. Install and launch AOMEI Partition Assistant Standard. Access the main console and click "Tools" followed by "Windows 11 Update Checker".

Step 2. Initiate the checking process by clicking "Start Check".

Step 3. Wait for a few seconds to obtain the results. Unlike the tool recommended by Microsoft, AOMEI Windows 11 Update Checker offers the advantage of quickly fixing system restrictions that prevent your PC from upgrading to Windows 11.

Step 4. To access a detailed tutorial on upgrading the incompatible configuration, click "Fix it".

By following this guide, you can ensure that your computer meets the requirements for Windows 11 updates. Some of the steps mentioned can be accomplished using the software, which can save you considerable time and effort. By the way, if your computer is warning with insufficient disk space, AOMEI Partition Assistant can assist in expanding storage capacity as well.

Part 2. Two options for bypassing Windows 11 requirements

▌Option 1. Install Windows 11 without meeting the requirements of TPM 2.0 and Secure boot
TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot can pose significant challenges when installation. Fortunately, there's a workaround, and in this section, we'll walk you through the process of installing the fresh operation system by bypassing Windows 11 requirements.

However, it is important to be aware that taking this measure means you won't receive future updates. Besides, modifying these settings may affect the compatibility of system files, potentially resulting in system crashes or other irreversible consequences.

Step 1. You can try to install Windows 11 as usual. When you see "This PC can’t run Windows 11", press "Shift" and "F10". Then type "regedit" to open "Registry Editor" and find “HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\Setup".

Step 2. Right-click on the right side of the editor and select "New" and then "Key" to add a new registry key. Then came the new registry key on the left side of the editor as "LabConfig."

Step 3. Under the “LabConfig” key, right-click to create 2 "DWORD (32-bit) Value” options to create a new DWORD value.

Step 4. Name them as "BypassTPMCheck" and "BypassSecureBootCheck" respectively.

Step 5. Then click these two each twice, and change the "Value data" from "0" to "1".

After completing the aforementioned steps, you can proceed with the installation of Windows 11 in the usual manner.

However, it is still strongly recommended that you strive to meet the requirements for the safety of your PC. You can search for TPM2.0 modules online, ensuring your device has a compatible TPM chip port. Look for a module that matches the brand of your device.

▌Option 2. A shortcut to run Windows 11 on any PC

If you want to guarantee system compatibility and avoide the potential drawbacks that come with disabling TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot, upgrading to the AOMEI Partition Assistant Professional edition is a solution that can meet your needs. Its “Windows To Go Creator” allows you to bypass all Windows 11 requirements with creating a bootable USB only.

By doing so, you can use and enjoy the system without having to upgrade any hardware on your device, even if you encounter the message stating, "This PC doesn't meet requirements for Windows 11".

Before proceeding, please ensure the following:

Ensure that the size of the USB or external hard drive has a capacity of at least 13GB.

Kindly please notice that the creation process will erase all data. It is important to back up all your important data in advance.

Step 1. Connect the USB to your computer and wait for it to be detected by your device. If the USB is not detected, refer to the provided solutions for troubleshooting.

Step 2. Open the installed AOMEI Partition Assistant Professional. Click "All tools" and then select "Windows To Go Creator" as shown in the picture.

Step 3. Click “Create Windows To Go for personal computer” and “Next”. If you are a Mac computer user, you can choose the second option, “Create Windows To Go for Mac computer”.

Step 4. Choose the option "Create Windows To Go with system disc/ISO". The Windows 11 ISO file will be automatically detected, or you can manually select the target file by clicking the folder icon. Afterward, click "Next" to proceed.

Step 5. Choose the USB drive as the target and select the “Proceed” button to continue.

Step 6. At this point, you will receive a notification informing you that all data on the USB will be erased. Select the option "Yes" to proceed. Then you can disconnect the USB and attempt to boot it on another computer. If you are unsure about the booting process, you can continue following the steps provided below.

Step 7. Connect the Windows 11 To Go USB drive to your computer. Boot the device and press a specific key to enter BIOS/UEFI.

Step 8. Choose USB Device and press the “Enter” key to boot from the Windows 11 bootable USB.

Conclusion

In this passage, we share two options for you to bypass Windows 11 requirements. With the feature “Windows To Go Creator” offered by AOMEI Partition Assistant Professional, you can bypass all Windows 11 requirements but simply enjoy the fresh system.

There is also the Server Edition for Windows Server users to choose from. This powerful software can provide many other useful functions, such as migrating OS to SSD, converting between MBR/GPT, and moving installed apps to another drive for a better computer-using experience.