Windows 8.1 remains incompatible with Kaby Lake.

Hunter1202005
Member

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10-04-2016, 11:50 AM

I recall hearing about Microsoft stating they wouldn’t support Kaby Lake and Ryzen processors on older Windows 7, 8, and 8.1 systems. Is that still accurate? I’m assembling a PC for a friend and using the G4560, so I need to confirm if I have to buy a Windows 10 license or if an 8.1 key works. Thanks ahead!

Hunter1202005

10-04-2016, 11:50 AM #1

Acopip
Junior Member

10-04-2016, 12:41 PM

They won't back Windows 7 or 8.1. You should definitely be able to run Windows 10 using your 8.1 key.

Acopip

10-04-2016, 12:41 PM #2

They won't back Windows 7 or 8.1. You should definitely be able to run Windows 10 using your 8.1 key.

DaRealMonkey
Junior Member

10-11-2016, 02:12 PM

Only Windows 7 and 8.1 are compatible with Kaby Lake or Ryzen processors.

DaRealMonkey

10-11-2016, 02:12 PM #3

Only Windows 7 and 8.1 are compatible with Kaby Lake or Ryzen processors.

bballover16
Junior Member

10-14-2016, 09:48 PM

Could you clarify what you're referring to? I need more details to assist you properly.

bballover16

10-14-2016, 09:48 PM #4

Could you clarify what you're referring to? I need more details to assist you properly.

BadMemory
Member

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10-15-2016, 06:49 AM

Follow the instructions provided with your key in Windows 10 after installation.

BadMemory

10-15-2016, 06:49 AM #5

Follow the instructions provided with your key in Windows 10 after installation.

Kiaski
Junior Member

10-21-2016, 10:41 AM

They put in a lot of work to encourage everyone to switch to Windows 10... Do you believe they’ll let you keep your current OS while still using the newest hardware?

Kiaski

10-21-2016, 10:41 AM #6

They put in a lot of work to encourage everyone to switch to Windows 10... Do you believe they’ll let you keep your current OS while still using the newest hardware?

ChloeET
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10-21-2016, 06:51 PM

From a technical standpoint, Ryzen supports chipsets for version 7. It's not perfect, but it works.

ChloeET

10-21-2016, 06:51 PM #7

From a technical standpoint, Ryzen supports chipsets for version 7. It's not perfect, but it works.

Killerhunter
Member

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10-22-2016, 01:23 AM

Kaby isn't officially backed for Windows 7 and 8.1, but it functions well on those systems. The screenshot from Pohernori's post indicates AMD added Windows 8.1 compatibility to their Ryzen driver set.

Killerhunter

10-22-2016, 01:23 AM #8

MasterHD7
Senior Member

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10-22-2016, 06:48 AM

I just peeked at the discussion, thought it was cool, and ended up binge-watching Netflix. Of course I didn’t think 8.1 would work even though it’s an older system.

MasterHD7

10-22-2016, 06:48 AM #9

I just peeked at the discussion, thought it was cool, and ended up binge-watching Netflix. Of course I didn’t think 8.1 would work even though it’s an older system.