Windows 10: Activation Issue on Unsupported Lenovo Device After Windows 11 Upgrade

I recently upgraded my Lenovo device to Windows 11, even though it’s not officially listed as compatible by Lenovo. My device originally came with Windows 10 pre-installed at the time of purchase, and the upgrade to Windows 11 was successful. However, I am now facing an activation issue.I suspect the problem might be due to the lack of official compatibility, but I’m unsure if that’s the exact cause. Since Windows 10 was pre-installed on my device, I don’t have the product key readily available. How can I retrieve my original product key to resolve this issue?Additionally, I would like to know

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You can upgrade to Windows 11 on unsupported hardware using customized ISO files. These files work the same on unsupported devices as those downloaded directly from Microsoft on supported hardware.

Here are some steps to upgrade to Windows 11 on unsupported hardware:

1. Download the Windows 11 ISO file from the Microsoft website
   
2. Create a bootable USB drive or DVD with the Windows 11 ISO file
   
3. Boot your PC from the bootable media
   
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to install Windows 11
   

You can also bypass the hardware checks by replacing the appraiserress.dll file in the Windows 11 ISO with the appraiserress.dll file from the Windows 10 ISO.

Here are some other things you can try:

• Disable requirements checks
  
• Bypass requirements
  
• Add AllowUpgradesWithUnsupportedTPMOrCPU to the Mosetup folder in the registry, change value to 1, then run setup
  

You can check if your device meets the minimum system requirements by downloading the PC Health Check app.

Microsoft doesn't recommend installing Windows 11 on a device that doesn't meet the minimum system requirements. If you do, you might experience compatibility issues and your device might malfunction.

 

install windows 11 on unsupported pc and activate it

Hello! My name is Cristiano. I'm an Independent Advisor. I'm glad to help you.

Yes, you can activate Windows 11 on an unsupported PC if you have a digital license for Windows 10. Here are the steps on how to do it:

1. Download the Windows 11 ISO file from the Microsoft website.

2. Create a bootable USB drive or DVD with the Windows 11 ISO file.

3. Boot your PC from the bootable media.

4. Follow the on-screen instructions to install Windows 11.

5. When you reach the activation screen, select the "I don't have a product key" option.

6. Click on the "Activate Windows" button.

7. Windows 11 will automatically activate using your digital license for Windows 10.

Please note that Microsoft has not officially supported installing Windows 11 on unsupported PCs.

It is up to you to decide whether or not to install Windows 11 on an unsupported PC. If you do decide to install it, be sure to back up your important files before you do so.

 

Lenovo Ready to Launch Windows 10 Devices

Lenovo today announced it will begin shipping a wide selection of products loaded with Windows 10 starting July 29. Lenovo has an extensive list of products eligible for this upgrade including popular models like the YOGA 3 Pro and YOGA 500. Lenovo customers can check here for their product's eligibility.

Lenovo has worked with Microsoft Corp. to make the process of upgrading simple, for people with qualified Lenovo PC running Windows 7 SP1 or 8.1 to upgrade to Windows 10. Starting on July 29, the updates will roll out. If a user has reserved a copy of Windows 10, he/she will be notified once the compatibility process confirms that the user will have a great experience, and Windows 10 has been downloaded on their system.





Lenovo Apps Enhance Windows 10 Experience
To give users consistent experiences across devices and operating systems, the preloads include a suite of Lenovo-written applications. The new Lenovo Companion 3.0 optimization tool keeps devices running at peak performance and can be used at any time to run a full-scale checkup and report back with specific actions to free up space and speed up the device. As a "smart" device control hub, the new Lenovo Settings lets users easily adapt and modify the way their device behaves. For example, when in tablet mode, the product will customize its display and other settings based on its orientation versus in traditional laptop mode. Alternatively, the device's usage will also alter its settings, for example when watching a movie versus reading an e-book. With SHAREit, customers can quickly transfer files between devices. For tablet users WRITEit takes the pen to a new level of functionality allowing users to write in any input field with their pen and the handwriting is converted to text.

As announced at Tech World in May, Lenovo and Microsoft have worked to integrate Cortana and REACHit, Lenovo's groundbreaking app that allows users who opt-in to search for and manage their content across multiple devices and cloud storage platforms. With REACHit, Cortana becomes even smarter and more personal, enabling users to find their content such as emails, photos and videos in ways they never thought possible. Cortana and REACHit gives users a seamless, intuitive way to search through natural language and contextual understanding.

"With Windows 10, computing gets more personal, productive and connected," said Tom Shell, senior vice president, PC Business Group, Lenovo. "Across our entire PC product line, from the office to the home, we've optimized our Lenovo devices to give customers a great computing experience while giving them enhanced search tools like Cortana with REACHit."