First generation Ryzen (R5 1400) versus Windows 11.
First generation Ryzen (R5 1400) versus Windows 11.
The "buy new HW" group should cease reading here—it won't work. It's mainly an HTPC with some light games; it still runs Windows smoothly. The main problem is that Windows won't boot. PC details: https://www.zotac.com/eu/product/mini_pcs/magnus-er5106 0 (1060 upgraded to 1660). I've tried various boot methods—different SATA→USB adapters, multiple SSDs, Ventoy, Rufus with tweaks, and the Media Creation Tool. The drive still boots on an A8-7410, so the issue isn't a CPU fault. Any suggestions? Edited March 31, 2025 by jagdtigger
Unless you perform some modifications, Windows 11 doesn't recognize Ryzen 1000 processors. Is the installation on the USB drive or the internal SSD?
11 works well with Rufus. It seems the issue might be related to display compatibility, especially if you're using a different monitor than a TV.
When nothing else works, Windows 10 LTS remains compatible through 2032 at least. You can run it on your X230 without any issues and it performs well out of the box—just skip the extra tweaking. I tend to overlook upgrading the 4GB single-channel DDR3 memory. If it’s still supported, swapping in a newer CPU makes sense since Ryzen 3000s are around $30, though you’ll notice only a slight drop in power usage and a modest gain in performance. The real advantage remains, but the 1400 model is likely worth $10 to $20 more.
It's a supported setup with an arbitrary limit set by MS (easy to adjust with a reg key). It's a SATA SSD connected via USB adapter, though it's actually an external drive. I'm curious if the same happens after using Rufus. Probably not a resolution problem—my monitors won't move, but I have a HDMI to USB capture card elsewhere. /Edited March 31, 2025 by jagdtigger
You already have the knowledge and can locate official downloads with a bit of effort. If you understand how activation works, it shouldn’t be a problem. I also realized I had the W11 IoT LTS version in mind, even though I installed it recently on a PC. It should work fine if you find the same source as the W10 LTS version. No links were provided because of forum guidelines and since it’s not a grey market key. You simply download the official ISO and activate it for free.
Regarding Windows 11, mid OS will require some adjustments to function properly due to the context menu issues. Running the debloat script is possible with Winget, but it demands a fair amount of work. W10 remains supported for several more years after EOL, so you’re mostly safe regarding security updates unless you’re in a high-profile role where rare vulnerabilities might be targeted.
Jagdtigger adjusted the smaller monitor position and observed similar behavior. A 23h2 installer was found on my NAS (seriously, from MS), and when virtualization was turned off, it worked unexpectedly. This is puzzling since 24h2 would boot on older CPUs like the 3630qm without problems. Updated April 3, 2025.