I'm a consultant for a small manufacturing company with around 25 workstations used for various tasks including admin and ERP. When I initially set up their system three years ago, I didn't anticipate the need for an upgrade to Windows 11, and now it's become a pressing issue since support for Windows 10 has ended. I'm trying to upgrade to Windows 11 without incurring extra costs, but I need to use an "update-able" OS—no pirated versions allowed.
About 60% of the workstations need replacement due to their age, but there are five newer PCs that lack TPM modules, which complicates the upgrade since I can't justify replacing them. I've heard that it's possible to buy TPM 2.0 modules online, but I'm concerned about the safety and whether they could contain malware.
The older machines I'm trying to upgrade run on AMD A8-9600 with Radeon R7 graphics. Despite the datasheet claiming support for fTPM, I encounter a compatibility error during the installation. Has anyone faced a similar challenge or have any solutions that I might not have considered? I'd appreciate any insights or experiences you can share!
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You should definitely have a chat with the company about this. They need to understand that the old machines are outdated and that it’s time to invest in new ones. You might be able to get them enrolled in an extended update program for Windows, but it’s really about ensuring they have supported equipment. If they keep pushing back, remind them that running outdated machines can affect their reputation and operations.
Totally agree! If they just don’t get it, I’d recommend documenting everything in case it comes back to bite you later.