How to install Windows 11 yourself and bypass Microsoft’s restrictions

Published on : 28 August 2025 | Category(ies) : Tutorials , Windows | Tags : , , , ,

August 28, 2025 Le Super Geek Tutorials , Windows 0

Step-by-step guide to installing Windows 11

Windows 11 is the latest version of Microsoft’s operating system, but some of its features may not appeal to everyone. If you want to install Windows 11 your way, here are some steps and tips to bypass the restrictions imposed by Microsoft. Whether you are an advanced user or a beginner, these tips will allow you to customize your Windows 11 installation.

Checking hardware requirements

Before starting, it is essential to check that your hardware meets the minimum requirements for Windows 11. Most often, this includes having a compatible processor, 4 GB of RAM, and 64 GB of storage. But Windows 11 also requires a TPM 2.0 chip and Secure Boot, two features often overlooked. If your device does not support them, it is possible to bypass this restriction during installation.

Getting the Windows 11 ISO

The simplest way to get Windows 11 is to download the ISO directly from Microsoft’s official website. You can get the disk image via this link. Make sure to choose the correct version according to your architecture (32-bit or 64-bit).

Bypassing TPM and Secure Boot checks

If your PC does not meet the TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot requirements, it is possible to bypass them with a small registry tweak before installing Windows 11. Here are the steps:

  1. Access the registry editor by typing regedit in the search bar.
  2. Navigate to the key HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\Setup.
  3. Create a new key named LabConfig and inside, add two new DWORD values: BypassTPMCheck and BypassSecureBootCheck, both set to 1.
  4. Restart your PC and launch the Windows 11 installation.

Using the Media Creation Tool

Another option is to use Microsoft’s Media Creation Tool, which allows you to upgrade your PC to Windows 11 without needing an activation key. You can download this tool from the official Microsoft website and follow the instructions to update your system.

Clean installation or upgrade

When installing Windows 11, you can choose between a clean installation or an upgrade. If you choose a clean installation, all data on your hard drive will be erased. It is therefore important to back up your files before starting. An upgrade will keep your files and applications, but it may cause compatibility issues with some older software.

Conclusion

Although Windows 11 offers many improvements over Windows 10, some restrictions may be limiting for advanced users. With a few simple tweaks, you can customize the Windows 11 installation and bypass the limitations imposed by Microsoft. Make sure to follow the steps exactly and back up your data before performing any installation or upgrade.

For more information on updates and new features in Windows 11, visit the official Windows 11 website.