The company explained the risks of installing Windows 11 on unsupported hardware in its blog, stating that such devices may encounter serious compatibility issues or malfunctions in the future. 24 Channels.

The company emphasized that unsupported devices risk not receiving important updates, including critical security updates. By continuing to install, users will have to accept a disclaimer warning that they accept these risks, including voiding the manufacturer’s warranty for damage resulting from non-compliance.

How can I check if my computer supports Windows 11?

To check if your device meets Windows 11 system requirements, Microsoft recommends using PC Health Checker.

This tool evaluates the suitability of the device and provides detailed information on what requirements must be met to install Windows 11 on a computer.

Unsupported devices that upgrade to Windows 11 have a watermark on the desktop indicating that they do not meet the system requirements. Additionally, notifications may appear in the Settings app to alert users to potential issues.

How to go back to Windows 10

If you experience problems in Windows 11, Microsoft recommends going back to Windows 10. However, this option is only available for 10 days after upgrading to Windows 11 because the necessary files are removed afterwards to save disk space.

Steps to go back to Windows 10:

1. Right-click the Start menu and go to Settings > System > Recovery.
2. In the Recovery Options section, click the Restore button.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to confirm the restore.

If the recovery feature is not available after 10 days, users will need to reinstall Windows 10.

Microsoft also emphasized that damage caused by running Windows 11 on unsupported hardware is not covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, once again highlighting the risks associated with ignoring system requirements.