Releases: rcmaehl/WhyNotWin11
2.6.1.0 - Skipping to a new Version
There is a known issue with this build that prevents CSV files from outputting correctly. Please use this build until 2.6.1.1 is released
2.6.1.0 comes with the following changes:
- Updates Processor List
- Fixes Intel Processors WMIC Values
- Minor Graphical Layout Improvements
- Added Exception for "RDP Display Adapters"
- Reduces FileWrite calls when Outputting Results
- Adds Ability to Skip Specific Checks using
/skip
or/sc
- Improve Feature Update Compatibility Results on Windows 11
Command Line Switches
Below are the available command line switches and their details:
Switch | Parameters | Description | Added |
---|---|---|---|
/e /export /format |
* filetype * filepath |
Exports requirement check results to a file of a certain format: * CSV: Comma Separated Values, will append without headers to an existing file if one exists. * TXT: Plain Text File, will always overwrite existing files |
2.4.0 |
/f /force |
- | Ignores any OS Environment Incompatibilities, useful for WinPE and other Environments | 2.4.1 |
/fu /fuonly |
- | Checks TargetVersionUpgradeExperienceIndicators Registry Entries for Feature Update Compatibility instead of Windows 11 Compatibility |
2.6.1 |
/h /help /? |
- | Displays a help dialog, then exits. Can NOT be used with any other switch | 2.4.0 |
/s /silent |
- | Does not display the GUI but still runs checks and returns an Exit Code. Exit Code can be obtained using:(Start-Process WhyNotWin11.exe -PassThru -Wait).ExitCode |
2.4.0 |
/sc /skip |
* checkname | Skips specific checks based on Comma Separated Check Names: * Arch: Skips Architecture Check * Boot: Skips Boot Method Check * Config: Skips Configuration Related Checks (Boot+Disk+Secureboot) * CPU: Skips All CPU Checks (CPUCompat+CPUCores+CPUFreq) * CPUCompat: Skips CPU Compatibility Check * CPUCores: Skips CPU Core Count Check * CPUFreq: Skips CPU Frequency Check * DirectX: Skips DirectX and WDDM2 Check * Disk: Skips Disk Partition Type Check * Hardware: Skips Hardware Checks (Arch+CPU+DirectX+RAM) * RAM: Skips RAM Installed Check * SecureBoot: Skips Secure Boot Check * Storage: Skips Storage Check * TPM: Skips TPM Check Skipped Checks will Return True in File Outputs |
2.6.1 |
/u /update |
* buildtype (optional) | Downloads the latest of a specified build: * Release: Default if no buildtype is specified * Dev: Latest version automatically compiled based on github commits. |
2.4.2 |
System Requirements
Minimum Requirements | Recommended | |
---|---|---|
OS | Windows 8.1 | Latest Windows 10 Build |
CPU | 32-bit Single Core | 64-bit Dual Core or Higher |
RAM (Memory) | 40MB Free | 100MB Free |
Disk (Storage) | 5MB Free | 100MB Free |
Limitations | DirectX 12 Check Inaccurate | None |
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2.6.0.0 - New Year, New Version... New OS?
2.6.0.0 comes with the following changes:
- Minor Translation updates
- Fixes UNC paths for
/export
ing - Updated Fallback Processor Lists
- Adds Rounded Corners for Windows 11
- Adds Company Name for some Updaters
- Excludes DisplayLink USB devices from GPU footer
- Shortens Motherboard footer for ASUS, Gigabyte, Microsoft, MSI, and Oracle Devices
Additionally, WhyNotWin12.com and WhyNotWin12.org have been registered for potential upcoming OSes but are not yet live.
Command Line Switches
Below are the available command line switches and their details:
Switch | Parameters | Description | Added |
---|---|---|---|
/e /export /format |
* filetype * filepath |
Exports requirement check results to a file of a certain format: * CSV: Comma Separated Values, will append without headers to an existing file if one exists. * TXT: Plain Text File, will always overwrite existing files |
2.4.0 |
/f /force |
- | Ignores any OS Environment Incompatibilities, useful for WinPE and other Environments | 2.4.2 |
/h /help /? |
- | Displays a help dialog, then exits. Can NOT be used with any other switch | 2.4.0 |
/s /silent |
- | Does not display the GUI but still runs checks and returns an Exit Code. Exit Code can be obtained using:(Start-Process WhyNotWin11.exe -PassThru -Wait).ExitCode |
2.4.0 |
/u /update |
* buildtype (optional) | Downloads the latest of a specified build: * Release: Default if no buildtype is specified * Dev: Latest version automatically compiled based on github commits. |
2.4.1 |
System Requirements
Minimum Requirements | Recommended | |
---|---|---|
OS | Windows 8.1 | Latest Windows 10 Build |
CPU | 32-bit Single Core | 64-bit Dual Core or Higher |
RAM (Memory) | 40MB Free | 100MB Free |
Disk (Storage) | 5MB Free | 100MB Free |
Limitations | DirectX 12 Check Inaccurate | None |
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2.5.0.5 - Future Proofing
2.5.0.5 comes with the following changes:
- Code Cleanup
- Fixes Dev Builds
- Fixes App Sidebar Icon
- Minor Translation updates
- Fixes DPI scaling for Windows 11
- Adds fixes from 2.5.0.4 that failed to commit
- Fixes CPU Check rarely having wrong status icon
- Changes LTT Sidebar Link to a General Github Profile Link
- Adds BIOS Version to Motherboard info in footer for Support Technicians
- Adds Support for 23H2 and Newer Update Compatibility Status "TargetVersionUpgradeExperienceIndicators"
Command Line Switches
Below are the available command line switches and their details:
Switch | Parameters | Description | Added |
---|---|---|---|
/e /export /format |
* filetype * filepath |
Exports requirement check results to a file of a certain format: * CSV: Comma Separated Values, will append without headers to an existing file if one exists. * TXT: Plain Text File, will always overwrite existing files |
2.4.0 |
/f /force |
- | Ignores any OS Environment Incompatibilities, useful for WinPE and other Environments | 2.4.2 |
/h /help /? |
- | Displays a help dialog, then exits. Can NOT be used with any other switch | 2.4.0 |
/s /silent |
- | Does not display the GUI but still runs checks and returns an Exit Code. Exit Code can be obtained using:(Start-Process WhyNotWin11.exe -PassThru -Wait).ExitCode |
2.4.0 |
/u /update |
* buildtype (optional) | Downloads the latest of a specified build: * Release: Default if no buildtype is specified * Dev: Latest version automatically compiled based on github commits. |
2.4.1 |
System Requirements
Minimum Requirements | Recommended | |
---|---|---|
OS | Windows 8.1 | Latest Windows 10 Build |
CPU | 32-bit Single Core | 64-bit Dual Core or Higher |
RAM (Memory) | 40MB Free | 100MB Free |
Disk (Storage) | 5MB Free | 100MB Free |
Limitations | DirectX 12 Check Inaccurate | None |
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2.5.0.4 - There's nothing stronger than (Processor) family
2.5.0.4 comes with the following changes:
- Minor Translation updates
- Updated Fallback Processor Lists
- Added Support for Processor Family Detections
- Improved WMIC Performance for CPU Info Checks
- Corrected Icons for both compiled and uncompiled
Manually Updating Older 2.x Builds Processor Compatibility
1, Download SupportedProcessors<name>.txt
2. Place File in %localappdata%\WhyNotWin11
3. Override Existing Files when Prompted
Command Line Switches
Below are the available command line switches and their details:
Switch | Parameters | Description | Added |
---|---|---|---|
/e /export /format |
* filetype * filepath |
Exports requirement check results to a file of a certain format: * CSV: Comma Separated Values, will append without headers to an existing file if one exists. * TXT: Plain Text File, will always overwrite existing files |
2.4.0 |
/f /force |
- | Ignores any OS Environment Incompatibilities, useful for WinPE and other Environments | 2.4.2 |
/h /help /? |
- | Displays a help dialog, then exits. Can NOT be used with any other switch | 2.4.0 |
/s /silent |
- | Does not display the GUI but still runs checks and returns an Exit Code. Exit Code can be obtained using:(Start-Process WhyNotWin11.exe -PassThru -Wait).ExitCode |
2.4.0 |
/u /update |
* buildtype (optional) | Downloads the latest of a specified build: * Release: Default if no buildtype is specified * Dev: Latest version automatically compiled based on github commits. |
2.4.1 |
System Requirements
Minimum Requirements | Recommended | |
---|---|---|
OS | Windows 8.1 | Latest Windows 10 Build |
CPU | 32-bit Single Core | 64-bit Dual Core or Higher |
RAM (Memory) | 40MB Free | 100MB Free |
Disk (Storage) | 5MB Free | 100MB Free |
Limitations | DirectX 12 Check Inaccurate | None |
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2.5.0.3 - Failing on Success
2.5.0.3 comes with the following changes:
- Updated Disk Info Module
- Fixed WhyNotWin11 Icon when running directly from Source
- Fixes a Crash for Some Users on Successful CPU Compatibility Check
Manually Updating Older 2.x Builds Processor Compatibility
1, Download SupportedProcessors<name>.txt
2. Place File in %localappdata%\WhyNotWin11
3. Override Existing Files when Prompted
Command Line Switches
Below are the available command line switches and their details:
Switch | Parameters | Description | Added |
---|---|---|---|
/e /export /format |
* filetype * filepath |
Exports requirement check results to a file of a certain format: * CSV: Comma Separated Values, will append without headers to an existing file if one exists. * TXT: Plain Text File, will always overwrite existing files |
2.4.0 |
/f /force |
- | Ignores any OS Environment Incompatibilities, useful for WinPE and other Environments | 2.4.2 |
/h /help /? |
- | Displays a help dialog, then exits. Can NOT be used with any other switch | 2.4.0 |
/s /silent |
- | Does not display the GUI but still runs checks and returns an Exit Code. Exit Code can be obtained using:(Start-Process WhyNotWin11.exe -PassThru -Wait).ExitCode |
2.4.0 |
/u /update |
* buildtype (optional) | Downloads the latest of a specified build: * Release: Default if no buildtype is specified * Dev: Latest version automatically compiled based on github commits. |
2.4.1 |
System Requirements
Minimum Requirements | Recommended | |
---|---|---|
OS | Windows 8.1 | Latest Windows 10 Build |
CPU | 32-bit Single Core | 64-bit Dual Core or Higher |
RAM (Memory) | 40MB Free | 100MB Free |
Disk (Storage) | 5MB Free | 100MB Free |
Limitations | DirectX 12 Check Inaccurate | None |
Image Preview
2.5.0.2
2.5.0.2 comes with the following changes:
- Minor Translation Updates
- Reverted Status Check Indicators from 2.5.0.1
- Supplemented CPU Compatibility Check with Windows Update Registry Key
- Added Motherboard Info to Footer to Assist Support Reps Assisting End Users
Manually Updating Older 2.x Builds Processor Compatibility
1, Download SupportedProcessors<name>.txt
2. Place File in %localappdata%\WhyNotWin11
3. Override Existing Files when Prompted
Command Line Switches
Below are the available command line switches and their details:
Switch | Parameters | Description | Added |
---|---|---|---|
/e /export /format |
* filetype * filepath |
Exports requirement check results to a file of a certain format: * CSV: Comma Separated Values, will append without headers to an existing file if one exists. * TXT: Plain Text File, will always overwrite existing files |
2.4.0 |
/f /force |
- | Ignores any OS Environment Incompatibilities, useful for WinPE and other Environments | 2.4.2 |
/h /help /? |
- | Displays a help dialog, then exits. Can NOT be used with any other switch | 2.4.0 |
/s /silent |
- | Does not display the GUI but still runs checks and returns an Exit Code. Exit Code can be obtained using:(Start-Process WhyNotWin11.exe -PassThru -Wait).ExitCode |
2.4.0 |
/u /update |
* buildtype (optional) | Downloads the latest of a specified build: * Release: Default if no buildtype is specified * Dev: Latest version automatically compiled based on github commits. |
2.4.1 |
System Requirements
Minimum Requirements | Recommended | |
---|---|---|
OS | Windows 8.1 | Latest Windows 10 Build |
CPU | 32-bit Single Core | 64-bit Dual Core or Higher |
RAM (Memory) | 40MB Free | 100MB Free |
Disk (Storage) | 5MB Free | 100MB Free |
Limitations | DirectX 12 Check Inaccurate | None |
Image Preview
2.5.0.1 - Clarity
2.5.0.1 comes with the following changes:
- Minor Translation Updates
- Fixed Guides not being Clickable
- Removed long past Windows 11 release timeframe info
- Added Separate Indicators for Failed Windows Update Checks
- Changed Settings dropdowns to disable if no options available
- Removed no longer needed "Currently Known Requirements" disclaimer
Manually Updating Older 2.x Builds Processor Compatibility
1, Download SupportedProcessors<name>.txt
2. Place File in %localappdata%\WhyNotWin11
3. Override Existing Files when Prompted
Command Line Switches
Below are the available command line switches and their details:
Switch | Parameters | Description | Added |
---|---|---|---|
/e /export /format |
* filetype * filepath |
Exports requirement check results to a file of a certain format: * CSV: Comma Separated Values, will append without headers to an existing file if one exists. * TXT: Plain Text File, will always overwrite existing files |
2.4.0 |
/f /force |
- | Ignores any OS Environment Incompatibilities, useful for WinPE and other Environments | 2.4.2 |
/h /help /? |
- | Displays a help dialog, then exits. Can NOT be used with any other switch | 2.4.0 |
/s /silent |
- | Does not display the GUI but still runs checks and returns an Exit Code. Exit Code can be obtained using:(Start-Process WhyNotWin11.exe -PassThru -Wait).ExitCode |
2.4.0 |
/u /update |
* buildtype (optional) | Downloads the latest of a specified build: * Release: Default if no buildtype is specified * Dev: Latest version automatically compiled based on github commits. |
2.4.1 |
System Requirements
Minimum Requirements | Recommended | |
---|---|---|
OS | Windows 8.1 | Latest Windows 10 Build |
CPU | 32-bit Single Core | 64-bit Dual Core or Higher |
RAM (Memory) | 40MB Free | 100MB Free |
Disk (Storage) | 5MB Free | 100MB Free |
Limitations | DirectX 12 Check Inaccurate | None |
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2.5.0.0 - WhyNot22H2
2.5.0.0 comes with the following changes:
- Minor Translation Updates
- Minor Error Handling Improvements
- Removed Warning if already running Windows 11
- Updated AMD, Intel, and Qualcomm Processor Lists
- Added Checks for Windows 11 Updates Using
TargetVersionUpgradeExperienceIndicators
Manually Updating Older 2.x Builds Processor Compatibility
1, Download SupportedProcessors<name>.txt
2. Place File in %localappdata%\WhyNotWin11
3. Override Existing Files when Prompted
Command Line Switches
Below are the available command line switches and their details:
Switch | Parameters | Description | Added |
---|---|---|---|
/e /export /format |
* filetype * filepath |
Exports requirement check results to a file of a certain format: * CSV: Comma Separated Values, will append without headers to an existing file if one exists. * TXT: Plain Text File, will always overwrite existing files |
2.4.0 |
/f /force |
- | Ignores any OS Environment Incompatibilities, useful for WinPE and other Environments | 2.4.2 |
/h /help /? |
- | Displays a help dialog, then exits. Can NOT be used with any other switch | 2.4.0 |
/s /silent |
- | Does not display the GUI but still runs checks and returns an Exit Code. Exit Code can be obtained using:(Start-Process WhyNotWin11.exe -PassThru -Wait).ExitCode |
2.4.0 |
/u /update |
* buildtype (optional) | Downloads the latest of a specified build: * Release: Default if no buildtype is specified * Dev: Latest version automatically compiled based on github commits. |
2.4.1 |
System Requirements
Minimum Requirements | Recommended | |
---|---|---|
OS | Windows 8.1 | Latest Windows 10 Build |
CPU | 32-bit Single Core | 64-bit Dual Core or Higher |
RAM (Memory) | 40MB Free | 100MB Free |
Disk (Storage) | 5MB Free | 100MB Free |
Limitations | DirectX 12 Check Inaccurate | None |
Image Preview
2.4.3.2
2.4.3.2 comes with the following changes:
- Minor Translation Updates
- Updated Github and Discord Logos (credit @WilloIzCitron)
- Reverted DPI Handling Change from 2.4.3.0
- Added Guide Strings to Translation Templates (credit @WilloIzCitron)
- Improved Warning if Already Running Windows 11
- Finished MOST Group Policy Registry value entries (credit @WilloIzCitron)
- Updated AMD, Intel, and Qualcomm Processor Lists
- Fixed Category Labels on Settings not adhering to theme
- Updated Builds to use latest AutoIt Version upon compiling
Added the following improvements when running in WinPE:
- Added Drive Space check to check
C:
by default - Added
/drive <driveletter>:
and/d <driveletter>:
to override Space Check Drive
Manually Updating Older 2.x Builds Processor Compatibility
1, Download SupportedProcessors<name>.txt
2. Place File in %localappdata%\WhyNotWin11
3. Override Existing Files when Prompted
Command Line Switches
Below are the available command line switches and their details:
Switch | Parameters | Description | Added |
---|---|---|---|
/e /export /format |
* filetype * filepath |
Exports requirement check results to a file of a certain format: * CSV: Comma Separated Values, will append without headers to an existing file if one exists. * TXT: Plain Text File, will always overwrite existing files |
2.4.0 |
/f /force |
- | Ignores any OS Environment Incompatibilities, useful for WinPE and other Environments | 2.4.2 |
/h /help /? |
- | Displays a help dialog, then exits. Can NOT be used with any other switch | 2.4.0 |
/s /silent |
- | Does not display the GUI but still runs checks and returns an Exit Code. Exit Code can be obtained using:(Start-Process WhyNotWin11.exe -PassThru -Wait).ExitCode |
2.4.0 |
/u /update |
* buildtype (optional) | Downloads the latest of a specified build: * Release: Default if no buildtype is specified * Dev: Latest version automatically compiled based on github commits. |
2.4.1 |
System Requirements
Minimum Requirements | Recommended | |
---|---|---|
OS | Windows 8.1 | Latest Windows 10 Build |
CPU | 32-bit Single Core | 64-bit Dual Core or Higher |
RAM (Memory) | 40MB Free | 100MB Free |
Disk (Storage) | 5MB Free | 100MB Free |
Limitations | DirectX 12 Check Inaccurate | None |
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2.4.3.1
2.4.3.1 comes with the following changes:
- Fixes Crash if Languages or Themes do not exist
And the below fixes from 2.4.3.0
- Code Cleanup
- Added Basic Settings Menu
- Improved Disk Detection and Info (Credit @htcfreek)
- Improved DirectX Check Performance
- Added Guides for Common Questions
- Fixed Storage Space Check for GiB vs GB
- Fixed DPI Scaling Code on Some Devices
- Fixed Ryzen 5 1600 AF detection and reporting
- Added reporting of TPM Device Driver Error State
- Added Latest Intel and AMD Supported CPUs to CPU Lists
- Fixed Regression where TPM 1.2 was marked as Compatible
- Added GPO Registry Values to Control the Appearance of WhyNotWin11 (more coming soon)
Manually Updating Older 2.x Builds Processor Compatibility
1, Download SupportedProcessors<name>.txt
2. Place File in %localappdata%\WhyNotWin11
3. Override Existing Files when Prompted
Command Line Switches
Below are the available command line switches and their details:
Switch | Parameters | Description | Added |
---|---|---|---|
/e /export /format |
* filetype * filepath |
Exports requirement check results to a file of a certain format: * CSV: Comma Separated Values, will append without headers to an existing file if one exists. * TXT: Plain Text File, will always overwrite existing files |
2.4.0 |
/f /force |
- | Ignores any OS Environment Incompatibilities, useful for WinPE and other Environments | 2.4.2 |
/h /help /? |
- | Displays a help dialog, then exits. Can NOT be used with any other switch | 2.4.0 |
/s /silent |
- | Does not display the GUI but still runs checks and returns an Exit Code. Exit Code can be obtained using:(Start-Process WhyNotWin11.exe -PassThru -Wait).ExitCode |
2.4.0 |
/u /update |
* buildtype (optional) | Downloads the latest of a specified build: * Release: Default if no buildtype is specified * Dev: Latest version automatically compiled based on github commits. |
2.4.1 |
System Requirements
Minimum Requirements | Recommended | |
---|---|---|
OS | Windows 8.1 | Latest Windows 10 Build |
CPU | 32-bit Single Core | 64-bit Dual Core or Higher |
RAM (Memory) | 40MB Free | 100MB Free |
Disk (Storage) | 5MB Free | 100MB Free |
Limitations | DirectX 12 Check Inaccurate | None |