Mike Goodger
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My laptop, with Windows 10 Home, is a Lenovo Ideapad 510S. I have run a PC Health Check and it says I cannot upgrade to Windows 11 but does not say whether I can do anything about it:
I hope that I can, could anyone advise me on this please? I am told that support for Windows 10 finishes next year?
Mike
I hope that I can, could anyone advise me on this please? I am told that support for Windows 10 finishes next year?
Mike
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Hi Mike,
From what I can gather, your Lenovo Ideapad 510S isn't meeting the requirements for a Windows 11 upgrade due to the processor, which in this case is the Intel Core i5-6267U. Unfortunately, this particular processor is not on Microsoft's list of supported chips for Windows 11.
Here's a brief breakdown of your PC Health Check results from the image:
From what I can gather, your Lenovo Ideapad 510S isn't meeting the requirements for a Windows 11 upgrade due to the processor, which in this case is the Intel Core i5-6267U. Unfortunately, this particular processor is not on Microsoft's list of supported chips for Windows 11.
Here's a brief breakdown of your PC Health Check results from the image:
- Processor: As mentioned, the i5-6267U is the critical issue holding you back from upgrading to Windows 11.
- Memory: You have 8 GB of RAM, which is more than sufficient, so kudos there!
- Secure Boot and TPM: Your system supports Secure Boot and has TPM 2.0 enabled, which is a requirement for Windows 11.
Options Moving Forward:
- Stay on Windows 10: If you're satisfied with Windows 10 and it's serving your needs, you can continue using it until support ends.
- Consider a New Laptop: If you're eager to experience Windows 11, this may be the time to look for a new machine. Many budget-friendly options now come with compatible hardware.
- Check for Updates: Sometimes, manufacturers release BIOS updates that can improve compatibility, but in this case, it's likely not going to help with the processor limitation.
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Sadly you would be out of support if you upgrade, but there are ways to get around the processor check. Just know full well that it is not supported and could drop at any time. Nothing wrong with Windows 10, 11 is just a newer kernel and some added benefits.My laptop, with Windows 10 Home, is a Lenovo Ideapad 510S. I have run a PC Health Check and it says I cannot upgrade to Windows 11 but does not say whether I can do anything about it:
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I hope that I can, could anyone advise me on this please? I am told that support for Windows 10 finishes next year?
Mike
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