Doesn't look like a CPU upgrade to 8th gen is possible on this model. 6th and 7th gen CPU's were all that were offered and suggests a Z170 or even earlier Intel chipset motherboard and a 7th gen is max for a Z170.
Given the proprietary Dell components, a motherboard swap to one with an 8th gen or later would be a major undertaking and modifying. Best to just consider either a new or newer model PC that is Win 11 compatible.
My 3 year old Inspiron laptop is in the same boat, a 7th gen CPU and not upgradable for Win 11.
Hello @tomohawk_300154 , just click here to download Win 11 Creation Tool to make an installation USB drive. Set your BIOS setting to enable UEFI, and TPM. You can install Win 11 straight away. If you want to upgrade, use Rufus to strip the requirements and it will let you perform in-place upgrade.
Note 1: Some users already reported that their newer systems have problem when upgrading to 22H2, so a clean install will save you from running into those issue.
Note 2: After a clean installation, run Windows update to install the drivers. You will support your own system so don't install any of the extra Dell assist or support stuff. Just do a monthly update (following MS patch Tuesday). Keep your data backup if they are important to you.
Note 3: Dell will not provide Win 11 drivers for your system, so think hard before moving to Win 11.
You can also shop for Win 11 supported system, such as Optiplex 7060. Here is an example of a complete system for less than $200 usd, including a windows pro license.
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October 6th, 2021 07:00
Doesn't look like a CPU upgrade to 8th gen is possible on this model. 6th and 7th gen CPU's were all that were offered and suggests a Z170 or even earlier Intel chipset motherboard and a 7th gen is max for a Z170.
Given the proprietary Dell components, a motherboard swap to one with an 8th gen or later would be a major undertaking and modifying. Best to just consider either a new or newer model PC that is Win 11 compatible.
My 3 year old Inspiron laptop is in the same boat, a 7th gen CPU and not upgradable for Win 11.
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October 7th, 2022 20:00
Go to google and search how to buypass CPU check
modify windows regitsry IT WORKS
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October 8th, 2022 04:00
Hello @tomohawk_300154 , just click here to download Win 11 Creation Tool to make an installation USB drive. Set your BIOS setting to enable UEFI, and TPM. You can install Win 11 straight away. If you want to upgrade, use Rufus to strip the requirements and it will let you perform in-place upgrade.
Note 1: Some users already reported that their newer systems have problem when upgrading to 22H2, so a clean install will save you from running into those issue.
Note 2: After a clean installation, run Windows update to install the drivers. You will support your own system so don't install any of the extra Dell assist or support stuff. Just do a monthly update (following MS patch Tuesday). Keep your data backup if they are important to you.
Note 3: Dell will not provide Win 11 drivers for your system, so think hard before moving to Win 11.
You can also shop for Win 11 supported system, such as Optiplex 7060. Here is an example of a complete system for less than $200 usd, including a windows pro license.