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+1 Yeah, that CPU is just off the list. A quick tip: you can still force the install with a registry edit if you're feeling brave. Good luck!

Yeah, that's the first thing to check. Also, make sure Secure Boot is on in the BIOS too—it's another common requirement that gets missed. Good luck!

This. I had the same problem. Even after enabling TPM, I got stuck until I realized my boot drive wasn't formatted as GPT for that UEFI switch.

+1 Agreed, and also make sure your TPM is set to version 2.0 in the BIOS, not just enabled. That one trips people up a lot.

Hey there, I feel your pain! That's a solid machine, and the upgrade hoops are super frustrating. Let's break it down step-by-step.

First, the i5-6500 is indeed not on Microsoft's official supported CPU list, which is why the PC Health Check fails. However, the main technical blockers are TPM 2.0 ...

I totally get your concern—it's frustrating when a workaround creates bigger problems. The good news is that tools like **MSEdgeRedirect** (and the similar **EdgeDeflector**) are generally safe and stable. They work by intercepting the specific system calls that force-open links in Edge and ...