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I just need to know why when i was installing windows 11 the os keeps on rebooting?

Luyanda Tsabedze 0 Reputation points
2026-01-08T18:59:19.9133333+00:00

Ok so dont ask why i install windows 11 on unsupported hardware, I just only want to try it on my old pc. So......... After when i finished installing windows 11, the boot logo appeared and keeps on rebooting multiple times I just want to go to the windows setup but it keeps on rebooting. IS there a way that i need or want to do to fix? The specs (don't judge and don't ask why they do not support) Ram : 2gb HDD: 320gb Computer: HP 620 CPU : Intel Core 2 Duo T6670 (2) @ 2.201GHz Security features: Uefi is allowed Tpm and Secure Boot is not present.

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Install and upgrade
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  1. nobuko c 122.7K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-01-08T21:04:04.5066667+00:00

    Hello,

    I believe you are aware of the system requirements for Windows 11.

    Unfortunately, your PC does not meet the necessary requirements to run Windows 11.

    Devices that do not meet these requirements may experience compatibility issues or other problems, which could explain why your computer is repeatedly restarting.

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    2026-01-08T18:59:43.85+00:00
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    The issue you are experiencing with Windows 11 rebooting continuously could be due to several factors, especially since you mentioned that you are installing it on unsupported hardware. Here are some potential reasons and solutions:

    1. Hardware Compatibility: Windows 11 has specific hardware requirements that your system does not meet, such as the need for a TPM version 2.0 and a compatible graphics card. Insufficient RAM (2GB) and an older CPU may also contribute to instability.
    2. UEFI and Secure Boot: Since your system allows UEFI but does not have Secure Boot, ensure that your BIOS settings are configured correctly. Sometimes, enabling UEFI mode and ensuring that Secure Boot is set to enabled (if possible) can help.
    3. Corrupted Installation: The installation media might be corrupted. You could try creating a new installation USB or ISO file using the Windows Media Creation Tool.
    4. Boot Configuration: If the boot configuration is incorrect, it can lead to continuous reboots. You might want to access the recovery options and try repairing the startup.
    5. BIOS Settings: Check your BIOS settings to ensure that all necessary settings for booting are correctly configured. Sometimes, resetting the BIOS to default settings can resolve boot issues.
    6. Check for Errors: If you can access the recovery environment, you might want to run diagnostics or check for disk errors using the command prompt.

    If these suggestions do not resolve the issue, it may be challenging to run Windows 11 on your current hardware due to its limitations.

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