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Can I upgrade an i5 6400?

Can I upgrade an i5 6400?

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Diba070
Member
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08-04-2022, 11:22 PM
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Hi there, I really hope someone can offer some advice. I’m running a Windows 10 desktop with an i5 6400 and I really enjoy it 😀 But I’m aware that Windows 11 is coming soon, so my main concern is whether I can upgrade the CPU to meet the requirements for Windows 11. Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.
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Diba070
08-04-2022, 11:22 PM #1

Hi there, I really hope someone can offer some advice. I’m running a Windows 10 desktop with an i5 6400 and I really enjoy it 😀 But I’m aware that Windows 11 is coming soon, so my main concern is whether I can upgrade the CPU to meet the requirements for Windows 11. Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.

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MrDepstep
Junior Member
21
08-04-2022, 11:50 PM
#2
Welcome to the forums, newcomer!
This might interest you: https://community.acer.com/en/discu...it...ade-my-cpu
For relevance, consider using CPU-Z and take a screenshot of what appears under the mainboard's tab.
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MrDepstep
08-04-2022, 11:50 PM #2

Welcome to the forums, newcomer!
This might interest you: https://community.acer.com/en/discu...it...ade-my-cpu
For relevance, consider using CPU-Z and take a screenshot of what appears under the mainboard's tab.

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mumustrak
Senior Member
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08-05-2022, 03:17 AM
#3
Thank you very much for your response and the link. It looks like I can't upgrade, but here is the screenshot.
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mumustrak
08-05-2022, 03:17 AM #3

Thank you very much for your response and the link. It looks like I can't upgrade, but here is the screenshot.

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JuanGamerPvP
Junior Member
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08-18-2022, 08:37 PM
#4
Unfortunately, it isn't possible to upgrade to officially support Windows 11, though you can still obtain Windows 11 on that system and it should function properly. The most recent machine I use that runs 11 regularly is an i7 2600 based Optiplex 790, which remains stable and operates well. I must fully download the newest version and adjust the registry to enable the latest feature pack updates—this was a simple process without any problems. Still, if preserving your data is important, always back up before making changes to your Windows installation.
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JuanGamerPvP
08-18-2022, 08:37 PM #4

Unfortunately, it isn't possible to upgrade to officially support Windows 11, though you can still obtain Windows 11 on that system and it should function properly. The most recent machine I use that runs 11 regularly is an i7 2600 based Optiplex 790, which remains stable and operates well. I must fully download the newest version and adjust the registry to enable the latest feature pack updates—this was a simple process without any problems. Still, if preserving your data is important, always back up before making changes to your Windows installation.

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GoldenZap
Member
179
08-18-2022, 11:27 PM
#5
I appreciate your assistance and will explore those methods to install Win 11 once more, thank you again.
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GoldenZap
08-18-2022, 11:27 PM #5

I appreciate your assistance and will explore those methods to install Win 11 once more, thank you again.

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adz12345
Junior Member
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08-18-2022, 11:53 PM
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Are there any aspects of W11 you'd like? W10 will keep operating with the safeguards you currently have in place. I believe it poses a greater chance of issues arising from attempts to force W11 into operation rather than sticking with W10.
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adz12345
08-18-2022, 11:53 PM #6

Are there any aspects of W11 you'd like? W10 will keep operating with the safeguards you currently have in place. I believe it poses a greater chance of issues arising from attempts to force W11 into operation rather than sticking with W10.

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SpirosHD
Junior Member
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08-24-2022, 07:09 AM
#7
Hi geofelt, thanks for the reply. I'm not very familiar with older PCs, but it seems Microsoft is pushing people to use Windows 11 or charge for support of Windows 10. Since upgrading isn't an option, I might have to try a workaround or get a new computer. Probably a fresh machine will be the best choice long-term. Appreciate your feedback.
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SpirosHD
08-24-2022, 07:09 AM #7

Hi geofelt, thanks for the reply. I'm not very familiar with older PCs, but it seems Microsoft is pushing people to use Windows 11 or charge for support of Windows 10. Since upgrading isn't an option, I might have to try a workaround or get a new computer. Probably a fresh machine will be the best choice long-term. Appreciate your feedback.

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CatNinjaXD
Member
208
08-24-2022, 02:24 PM
#8
How much assistance do you require from Microsoft?
Have you ever reached out to them for help?
Many people still use Windows 7.
Your computer will continue functioning as long as you wish.
Run Windows Defender and avoid opening unexpected emails.
Maintain an external backup of important files, like photos.
As long as your PC handles things well, keep it.
And by the way, I’m around 86, which makes me much older than you.
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CatNinjaXD
08-24-2022, 02:24 PM #8

How much assistance do you require from Microsoft?
Have you ever reached out to them for help?
Many people still use Windows 7.
Your computer will continue functioning as long as you wish.
Run Windows Defender and avoid opening unexpected emails.
Maintain an external backup of important files, like photos.
As long as your PC handles things well, keep it.
And by the way, I’m around 86, which makes me much older than you.

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SPACE_HEAD_43
Member
52
08-25-2022, 08:57 PM
#9
Hi geofelt, your 19 years as a senior are impressive 😊 I hope I'm still in great shape at 86. Your advice really makes sense, so I'll stick with what I have and watch how things unfold. Thanks a lot for your guidance!
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SPACE_HEAD_43
08-25-2022, 08:57 PM #9

Hi geofelt, your 19 years as a senior are impressive 😊 I hope I'm still in great shape at 86. Your advice really makes sense, so I'll stick with what I have and watch how things unfold. Thanks a lot for your guidance!
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