How to check TPM version before upgrading to Windows 11

How to check TPM to know if your computer can be upgraded to Windows 11.   Let's find out with WebTech360!

Most computers today have Windows operating system installed. Most people thought that Windows 10 was the last version that Microsoft released for computers. However, that is not the case. The "technology giant" has suddenly launched Windows 11 with many interesting improvements.

Windows 11 has many significant changes in interface, layout design and available programs. Windows 11 offers a lot of useful, even hidden features on the system that many people don't know about, such as XPS Viewer, clipboard manager, file history, recording, voice input and more. more than that.

Since Win 11 was released, many people have wondered if their current computer can be upgraded to this latest version for free. Luckily, Microsoft allows users to do that, but you have to check compatibility conditions first.

What is TPM?

TPM stands for Trusted Platform Module and is a hardware-based security solution. It is a chip installed directly on the motherboard to protect the system against malware and other attacks. It is also an integral part of Windows security tools such as Bitlocker drive encryption.

You should use a TPM 2.0 chip to upgrade your system to Windows 11 even though TPM 1.2 already meets the minimum criteria. Microsoft requires this technology to improve customer security, although many experts say those specifications are excessive.

Therefore, if you want to upgrade to Windows 11, you must install the appropriate version of TPM on your computer.

How to check TPM on computer

The easiest way to check if a TMP chip is present on your computer is to use the get-tpm command on Windows PowerShell.

To do this, enter PowerShell in the Start menu search bar . Right-click on the result on Windows PowerShell and select Run as administrator . Click Yes on the confirmation window.

In the Windows PowerShell app, type get-tpm , then press Enter . You will see the following results:

If TpmPresent returns False , it means the motherboard does not have a TPM chip. Conversely, if you receive the following results:

TpmPresent : True
TpmReady : False

After that, you can enable the TPM chip in BIOS/UEFI and check if the computer configuration is eligible for Windows 11 upgrade.

Windows 11 upgrade configuration requirements:

• CPU : 1Ghz or higher on compatible 64-bit processor or system on chip
• GPU : DirectX 12 compatible with WDDM 2.0 driver
• RAM : 4GB or more
• Hard drive : 64GB or more
• System software : UEFI, secure boot capable
• TPM : Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version 2.0
• Screen : HD (720p) screen larger than 9 inches diagonally, 8 bits per color channel
• Internet connection and Microsoft account : Windows 11 Home edition requires an Internet connection and a Microsoft account to complete device setup on first use. Switching a device out of Windows 11 Home in S mode also requires an internet connection.

How to check TPM version

The minimum requirement to run Windows 11 is that your computer needs to install TPM 1.2, TPM 2.0 is recommended as mentioned above. If you try to upgrade Windows 11 with the TPM 1.2 chip, you will receive the message " upgrade is not advised ".

How to check the TPM version is as follows: press Windows key + R , type tpm.msc . The Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Management window will appear.

In the TPM Manufacturer Information sub-window , find Specification Version . You will see the TPM version here.

How to upgrade TPM 1.2 to TPM 2.0

If you already have a TPM 1.2 chip, you can upgrade to TPM 2.0. The steps taken depend on the computer's hardware, manufacturer, and firmware.

Can TPM be enabled to upgrade Windows 11?

If your computer has a built-in TPM 1.2 chip or higher, you just need to make sure to turn it on to download Windows 11. Activation methods vary between motherboard brands and models. You must check your computer's documentation for exact instructions.

TPM availability depends on the motherboard, but most newer computers have them pre-installed. Microsoft has required a TPM 2.0 chip for all new hardware since 2016. However, if you're using an older PC and doesn't have a TPM chip, your only solution is to upgrade the device.

Above is how to check the TPM version to upgrade the operating system to Windows 11 . Hope the article is useful to you.