• TPM is a security feature, but did you know that you can install Windows 11 without TPM?
• Modifying your registry is one way to do so, and it's even approved by Microsoft.
• If you’re an advanced user, you can fix this problem by modifying the Windows 11 ISO file.

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Windows 11 was recently released, and according to the official hardware requirements, to use it, you’ll need to have a TPM chip.

As a result, this requirement has already caused a lot of problems with early adopters, and many have reported TMP 2.0 errors when trying to install Windows 11.

Many users don’t have this feature available, especially on older computers, and they don’t want to upgrade in order to try this OS.

However, there are ways to install Windows 11 without a TPM chip, and in this article, we’re going to show you how to do so on unsupported hardware.

What does TPM do?

Firstly, TPM stands for Trusted Platform Module, and it’s a small chip on your PC. This leads us to the next question, is TPM on the motherboard or CPU?

Secondly, there are several versions available, and some are on your motherboard while others are integrated into your processor, as a physical chip, or in form of code that runs in a dedicated environment.

Moreover, for practical purposes, TPM is used for file encryption, such as BitLocker for example, bootloader protection, and it can be used to protect your passwords against hackers.

Where can I buy a TPM chip? 

If you’re looking to buy a TMP 2.0 chip, you should be able to get it from most major PC hardware retailers.

We expect the demand for TPM chips to go up soon, so you might have to hurry and get your TPM chip before others.

Furthermore, do keep in mind that many processors have a TPM built-in, so be sure to check if your CPU supports this feature before buying a dedicated chip.

Before moving on to the list of ways in which you can install Windows 11 without TPM, take a look at our guide on how to install Windows 11 without TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot step by step.

Alternatively, check out four confirmed if you wonder how to install Windows 11 without TPM and an unsupported CPU.

How can I install Windows 11 without a TPM chip?

1. Create a new DWORD

Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog then type regedit and press Enter.

In the Registry Editor, navigate to the following path: Computer\HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\Setup\MoSetup

Right-click anywhere in the window and expand the New menu. Select DWORD 32-bit Value or QWORD (64-bit) Value depending on which system you have.

Double-click the value that you just created.

Set the Value data to 1 and click OK to save changes.

This method is approved by Microsoft, which makes it the best solution if you want to disable the TPM requirement.

2. Modify your registry

Start the Windows 11 installation and follow the installation steps until you reach This PC can’t run Windows 11 screen.

When the Command Prompt starts, type regedit.exe, and press Enter.

Navigate to the following location: Computer\HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\Setup

Right-click on Setup, expand the New section, and select Key from the list. Name the new key LabConfig.

Navigate to the LabConfig key that you just created. Right-click anywhere in the window, expand the New section, and click on DWORD (32-bit) Value or QWORD (64-bit) Value.

Double-click the first value you created and set its Value data to 1. Now repeat the same steps for the other entries.

3. Modify Windows 11 ISO

Download the Windows 11 ISO from Microsoft’s website.

Locate Windows 11 ISO and double-click it to mount it on your PC.

Navigate to the Sources directory and locate install.wim file.

Press the Windows key + X shortcut and choose Windows PowerShell (Admin).

Now you need to get the information from the wim file. You can do that with this command, but be sure to adjust the path so it matches the location of the wim file on your PC: dism /Get-WimInfo /WimFile:C:\Users\WindowsReport\install.wim

Run the following command, but we sure to replace the paths and the index number accordingly: dism /export-image /SourceImageFile:"C:\Users\WindowsReport\install.wim" /SourceIndex:7 /DestinationImageFile:"C:\Users\WindowsReport\install.esd" /Compress:recovery /CheckIntegrity

Now you just need to modify the Windows 10 ISO file by following these steps:

Start ImgBurn and click on Create image from file.
 

Now click the Browse for a folder and select Windows 11 ISO folder that you created.

Click on Choose file icon.

Select the save location, name the ISO file and click on Save.

Click the Build icon.

Select your USB flash drive and click the Select button.

Now click on Start and wait for the process to finish.

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By completing the above procedure, you’ll have a Windows 11 ISO ready that won’t check for TPM during the installation.

If this process isn’t working for you, take the appraiserres.dll from the Windows 10 ISO file and replace it in the Windows 11 ISO and that should fix the problems with Trusted Platform Module.

What do I do if the PC Health Check app is bugged?

If the PC Health Check App is crashing, there might be an issue with the installation. You should be able to fix that by starting the installation again.

Alternatively, you can wait for Microsoft to release the updated version of the software. If this app isn’t working, you won’t be able to install Windows 11 on an unsupported PC.

What motherboards are Windows 11 ready?

Most newer motherboards support TPM, so if you’re looking for one having this feature, you should consider these gaming motherboards.

Moreover, it’s not mandatory to use a gaming motherboard, but since these are high-end models, they have all the latest features.

However, if you don’t want to buy a gaming motherboard, most newer motherboards have support for TPM, so feel free to pick any model that works for you.

Why should I use TPM?

Windows TPM provides a layer of hardware security to your device, and it can help you protect your login credentials from hackers.

This feature is also used for file encryption, so if you want to ensure that your files are perfectly safe from unauthorized access, you need to use it.

As you can see, it’s possible to install Windows 11 without TPM, but it might require that you modify the registry or modify the ISO file.

Furthermore, if you still plan to disable this feature, we recommend using the method that is approved by Microsoft, since it will cause the least problems to your PC.

However, if you wish to buy a TPM 2.0 chip, take a look at our post on where to buy them and price comparisons.

Alternatively, check out the five best Windows 11 business laptops that won’t need to skip the TPM verification.

Have you found a different way to install Windows 11 on an unsupported device or did you decide to buy a TMP 2.0 chip? Let us know in the comments below.

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