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Upgradation of processor

Usman88
Beginner
‎09-03-2024 11:00 AM
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want to install window 11 but my PC does not meet the requirements for window 11. When I start checking the requirements then it shows me that processor is not currently supported for window 11. My Processor: Intel Core i7 7500U CPU @ 2.70GHz. Kindly tell me the way so that I install window 11 on my PC. Guide me correctly and tell me the most efficient way to solve this problem. Also tell how to install the window 11.

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AlHill
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‎09-03-2024 11:11 AM
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Windows 11 requires an 8th gen or later processor.  You have a 7th gen.

Worse than that, your processor is soldered down and cannot be upgraded.

 

Sorry, you need a system that has a later processor.

 

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