To run the health check you need to first download and install Microsoft's PC Health Check app.In case your system meets the above-mentioned criteria, you need to run a health check to keep your system ready to install Windows 11. (Image credit: Future) Windows 11 compatibility check The 4GB RAM requirement is especially low – we wouldn't recommend trying to run Windows 11 on anything with less than 8GB of RAM. These are the minimum specs required for running Windows 11, but for the best Windows 11 experience, we recommend you install it on a device that's more powerful. Internet Connection and Microsoft Account: Windows 11 Home requires an active internet connection and a Microsoft Account to complete initial, first-use setup of the operating system, or when switching a device out of Windows 11 Home in S-mode.įor a complete list of additional, non-essential requirements, check out Microsoft's Windows 11 specification page.
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