Windows 11 reached end of service

Anonymous
2024-12-08T03:26:58+00:00

Down in the system tray, it shows "Your version of Windows 11 has reached end of service. Click to download a newer version of Windows 11 to stay updated."

When I click on it, the Windows Update window opens. Its states You're Up to Date but under it, it shows "Your device is missing important security updates. Make sure to keep device on and plugged in so updates can complete.

I am not sure how to resolve.

Current installed Windows info is below

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Windows update

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John Jefferson Doyon 87,730 Reputation points Independent Advisor
2024-12-08T04:07:04+00:00

Hi Ron, I'm John, a fellow Microsoft user like you.

I understand your frustration, and I’m here to help. From what you’ve shared, it seems like you're using Windows 11 version 21H2, which reached its end of service as of October 8, 2024. This means it no longer receives security updates or support. Reference: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/relea...

To get your device up to date, the best course of action now is to perform a Repair Upgrade. This process upgrades your system to the latest version of Windows 11 without affecting your personal files or apps.

Here’s how to do it:

> Download the Windows 11 Installation Assistant from the official Microsoft website: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-downlo...

> Open the tool and follow the on-screen instructions to upgrade your PC.

> Make sure to choose the option to Keep personal files and apps.

> Ensure your device stays plugged in and connected to the internet during the process.

For more detailed guidance, you can also refer to: https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/for...

This should resolve the issue and get your system updated to the latest supported version. If you need further assistance, feel free to reach out.

Click "Reply" below to let me know.

Regards,

John J.D.

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  1. Ramesh 181.6K Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
    2025-03-21T13:51:39+00:00

    Well good information to confirm but I am aware it's not "compatible": because it wasn't compatible for 23H2 either but that Enablement update got me past that to once again receive updates. The system runs Windows 11 just fine for everything being done on it. This isn't a compatibility issue in my view; its just planned obsolescence to generate computer sales and therefore a new license of Windows. There are millions of computers that supposedly aren't "compatible" with Windows 11; and I get it from the TPM 2.0 aspect but hardware wise most of these systems are fully capable of running Windows 11.

    This might help.

    How to install Windows 11 24H2 on unsupported hardware - Neowin:

    https://www.neowin.net/guides/how-to-install-windows-11-24h2-on-unsupported-hardware/

    Disclaimer:

    Installing Windows 11 on devices that don't meet minimum system requirements - Microsoft Support:

    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/installing-windows-11-on-devices-that-don-t-meet-minimum-system-requirements-0b2dc4a2-5933-4ad4-9c09-ef0a331518f1

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  2. Anonymous
    2025-03-21T13:38:48+00:00

    Well good information to confirm but I am aware it's not "compatible": because it wasn't compatible for 23H2 either but that Enablement update got me past that to once again receive updates. The system runs Windows 11 just fine for everything being done on it. This isn't a compatibility issue in my view; its just planned obsolescence to generate computer sales and therefore a new license of Windows. There are millions of computers that supposedly aren't "compatible" with Windows 11; and I get it from the TPM 2.0 aspect but hardware wise most of these systems are fully capable of running Windows 11.

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  3. Ramesh 181.6K Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
    2025-03-21T03:11:07+00:00

    How does it look?

    HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\AppCompatFlags\TargetVersionUpgradeExperienceIndicators\GE24H2
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    DestBuildNumList    REG_SZ    26100
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    UpgEx    REG_SZ    Red
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    I think the CPU is unsupported for 24H2. Please verify this by visiting these links.

    Windows processor requirements Windows 11, version 24H2 supported Intel processors | Microsoft Learn: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-hardware/design/minimum/supported/windows-11-24h2-supported-intel-processors

    Windows processor requirements Windows 11, version 24H2 supported AMD processors | Microsoft Learn: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-hardware/design/minimum/supported/windows-11-24h2-supported-amd-processors

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  4. Anonymous
    2025-03-21T03:02:35+00:00

    How does it look?

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