How to Create a Windows 11 22H2 Bootable USB with Requirement Bypass

In this guide, we will show you how to create a Windows 11 22H2 bootable USB media that bypasses the system requirements for installation. This process allows you to install Windows 11 on virtually any hardware, even if it does not meet the official requirements.

What are the System Requirements for Windows 11 22H2?

The original release of Windows 11 (version 21H2) introduced higher installation requirements, including modern processors, Secure Boot, TPM 2.0, 4GB of RAM, and 64GB of storage. In the latest update, the company has increased the restrictions even further, requiring an internet connection and the use of a Microsoft account to set up the installation.

How Can I Bypass These Requirements?

You can use workarounds and tools like Rufus to upgrade on unsupported hardware or install Windows 11 with a local account. One such tool is Rufus, which allows you to create a USB bootable media that bypasses these restrictions.

Step-by-Step Guide to Create a Windows 11 22H2 Bootable USB

To create a Windows 11 22H2 bootable USB media that bypasses the system requirements, follow these steps:

1. Download the latest version of Rufus from the official website.

2. Double-click the rufus.4.xx.exe file to launch the tool.

3. Select the device you want to use as the Windows 11 22H2 bootable USB media.

4. Click on the 'Create a bootable disk using' dropdown menu and select 'ISO image'.

5. Browse to the location of your Windows 11 22H2 ISO file and select it.

6. Under the 'Device' section, use the drop-down menu and select the flash drive you want to create the bootable media on.

7. Check the box next to 'Create a local account with username' and specify a name for the account.

8. Uncheck the box next to 'Remove requirement for 4GB RAM, Secure Boot, and TPM 2.0' to install Windows 11 22H2 on unsupported hardware.

9. Uncheck the box next to 'Remove requirement for an online Microsoft account' option to use a local account and bypass the internet requirements.

10. Specify a descriptive name for the Windows 11 22H2 bootable USB flash drive in the 'Volume label' section.

11. Select the UEFI (non CSM) option in the 'Target system' setting.

12. Select the GPT option in the 'Partition scheme' setting.

13. Select the 'Standard Windows Partition' option in the 'Image option' setting.

Using the Rufus Tool to Create a Windows 11 22H2 Bootable USB

Rufus is a free and open-source utility that allows you to create a bootable USB media from an ISO image. With Rufus, you can bypass the system requirements for installation and install Windows 11 on virtually any hardware.

Creating a Windows 11 22H2 bootable USB media with requirement bypass using Rufus is a simple process that requires minimal technical expertise. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can create a bootable media that allows you to install Windows 11 on unsupported hardware or use a local account instead of a Microsoft account.

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