Windows 11
Bypass 4GM RAM + TPM Module Requirements
Sick of Windows 11 telling you your perfectly good PC isn’t “worthy” enough to run it? You’re not alone — Microsoft slapped pointless restrictions like TPM 2.0 and specific CPUs on their latest OS, locking out thousands of capable machines. But here’s the truth: you can absolutely bypass those requirements and install Windows 11 on almost any system — and it’s easier than you think. This guide walks you through using Rufus to create a bootable USB that flips the bird to Microsoft’s restrictions and gets you up and running in minutes.
Step 1: Download Rufus
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Go to: https://rufus.ie
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Download the latest Rufus version (portable or installer — doesn’t matter).
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Run it. No installation needed if you use portable.
Step 2: Plug in a USB Stick
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Use at least 8 GB (preferably 16 GB) USB 3.0.
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Back up anything on it — it will get nuked.
Step 3: Get the Windows 11 ISO
Two options:
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Official: https://www.microsoft.com/software-download/windows11
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Or download with Rufus (Rufus 3.20+ has a built-in ISO downloader).
In Rufus:
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Click the arrow next to SELECT > choose Download > pick Windows 11.
Step 4: Create the Bootable USB with Bypass
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Launch Rufus.
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Device: Select your USB stick.
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Boot selection: Choose your Windows 11 ISO.
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A pop-up appears asking if you want to customize Windows 11 installation.
Check these:
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Remove requirement for Secure Boot
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Remove requirement for TPM 2.0
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Remove minimum RAM requirement (optional)
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Remove minimum CPU requirement (optional)
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Disable data collection (optional but sweet)
Click OK.
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Leave everything else default unless you know what you’re doing.
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Click START.
Step 5: Boot From USB
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Plug it into your target machine.
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Reboot and enter BIOS (usually DEL, F2, or ESC during boot).
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Boot from the USB drive.
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Install Windows 11 as usual — no more nags.
Bonus: Keep Files?
If you want to upgrade and keep files, don’t boot from USB.
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Just plug it in while in Windows.
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Open the USB and run setup.exe.
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Rufus-ized ISO should let you upgrade without triggering system requirement blocks.