Is Your Ultra Embedded Panel PC Ready for Windows 11?

Upgrading an industrial computer, such as an Ultra Embedded Panel PC, to Windows 11 requires confirming that the hardware meets Microsoft’s system requirements. OAI, as a provider of industrial computing solutions, emphasizes the importance of verifying compatibility before starting the upgrade process. You can do this using the following methods:

1. Use Microsoft’s PC Health Check Tool
Microsoft provides an official tool to quickly assess if an industrial computer, including an Ultra Embedded Panel PC, can run Windows 11.
OAI recommends this as the first step: Visit the Windows 11 compatibility page. Scroll down and click “Check now” to download the PC Health Check application. Install and run the application, then click “Check now”.
Review the results:
Compatible: Your system meets all Windows 11 requirements.
Not compatible: The tool lists specific issues, such as unsupported processor, insufficient memory, or missing TPM 2.0.

OAI tip: Using the official PC Health Check ensures a reliable and detailed assessment of your system.

2. Manually Verify Minimum Requirements
You can also check your industrial computer, including your Ultra Embedded Panel PC, against the key hardware requirements:
Processor: 1 GHz or faster, 64-bit, with 2 or more cores
WIDDER: 4 GB or more
Storage: 64 GB or more
System firmware: UEFI with Secure Boot support
TPM: Trusted Platform Modul (TPM) version 2.0
Graphics: DirectX 12 compatible with WDDM 2.0 driver
Display: 720p (1366×768) or higher, 9 inches or larger, 8 bits per color channel

How to Check Manually
RAM/Storage: Right-click This PC → Properties to view RAM. Check storage capacity in File Explorer.
Processor: View details in the System Properties.
TPM/Secure Boot: Drücken Sie auf Win + R, type tpm.msc to check TPM status. For Secure Boot, enter BIOS/UEFI (restart and press F2, F10, or Del) and verify the Secure Boot setting.

OAI note: TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot are mandatory for Windows 11. Without them, the installation will not proceed.

3. Using System Information
Drücken Sie auf Win + R, type msinfo32, und drücken Sie die Eingabetaste.
Review Processor, Installed Physical Memory (WIDDER), and BIOS Mode (should show UEFI to ensure compatibility).
If your industrial computer, including your Ultra Embedded Panel PC, does not meet the requirements, Microsoft may provide limited upgrade options in certain cases; however, some features may be restricted.

OAI is committed to delivering industrial computing solutions that are secure, reliable, and future-ready. Checking compatibility ahead of time ensures your Ultra Embedded Panel PC remains operational and compliant, allowing you to take full advantage of Windows 11’s performance and security features.