Microsoft now displays a watermark and warning for devices running Windows 11 on unsupported hardware.
Users installing Windows 11 on incompatible devices risk losing updates and support, including security patches.
Windows 11 users on unsupported devices can revert to Windows 10 within 10 days using the "Go back" option.
Windows 10’s end-of-life date is approaching in October 2025 and Microsoft has started pushing the users to upgrade to Windows 11. Despite all the efforts, many of the users are still running Windows 11 on devices with incompatible hardware. Now, Microsoft has formally started issuing a new warning for users who are running Windows 11 on unsupported PCs.
Microsoft, on its official support page, has started showing a clear disclaimer for the users running Windows 11 on hardware that does not meet the operating system’s minimum requirements.
The new statement states that installing Windows 11 on the unsupported device may result in compatibility issues and that users who proceed will no longer receive updates or support from Microsoft. Furthermore, the company has also stated that any damages caused by running Windows 11 on incompatible hardware will not be covered under the manufacturer’s warranty.
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“This PC doesn’t meet the minimum system requirements for running Windows 11 – these requirements help ensure a more reliable and higher quality experience. Installing Windows 11 on this PC is not recommended and may result in compatibility issues. If you proceed with installing Windows 11, your PC will no longer be supported and won’t be entitled to receive updates. Damages to your PC due to lack of compatibility aren’t covered under the manufacturer’s warranty. By selecting Accept, you are acknowledging that you read and understand this statement,” the disclaimer reads.
It appears that Microsoft wants users to either buy new devices or upgrade their hardware to be compatible with Windows 11. Users may feel more pressure to decide as their systems get closer to being unsupported due to the impending end-of-life for Windows 10.
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