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220-1101 Practice Question: A technician wants to upgrade a Windows 10…
This 220-1101 practice question tests your understanding of a technician wants to upgrade a windows 10…. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. A key principle to apply: windows 11 requires TPM 2.0 — the most common compatibility blocker. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
A technician wants to upgrade a Windows 10 desktop to Windows 11. The PC has a 64-bit Intel Core i7 processor, 16 GB of RAM, and a 512 GB SSD. The upgrade assistant reports the device is not compatible. Which of the following is the MOST likely reason?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Good practice is not just finding the correct option. The wrong answers often show the exact trap the exam wants you to fall into.
A
Distractor review
The processor does not meet the minimum clock speed requirement
An Intel Core i7 far exceeds the 1 GHz minimum. Processor speed is not the compatibility issue.
B
Best answer
The system does not have TPM 2.0 enabled
TPM 2.0 is mandatory for Windows 11 and is the most common upgrade blocker. The technician should enable PTT or fTPM in UEFI Security settings.
C
Distractor review
16 GB of RAM exceeds the maximum supported memory
Windows 11 supports up to 128 GB (Home) or 2 TB (Pro). 16 GB far exceeds the 4 GB minimum — memory is not the issue.
D
Distractor review
The 512 GB SSD is too large for the upgrade partition
Windows 11 requires only 64 GB of storage. 512 GB provides ample space. Storage size does not cause compatibility failures.
Common exam trap
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Windows 11 questions frequently include high-end RAM and storage specs to distract from the real answer: TPM 2.0. 16 GB RAM exceeds the 4 GB minimum; 512 GB SSD exceeds the 64 GB minimum. The CPU (8th-gen Intel+) is also fine. TPM 2.0 is the one requirement that most legacy desktops fail. On Intel systems look for PTT; on AMD systems look for fTPM in UEFI Security settings.
Technical deep dive
How to think about this question
Windows 11 minimum requirements (key differences from Windows 10): - Processor: 1 GHz+ dual-core 64-bit, 8th-gen Intel or Ryzen 2000+ - RAM: 4 GB - Storage: 64 GB - TPM 2.0 (mandatory — most common blocker for legacy desktops) - UEFI with Secure Boot capable - Display: 720p, 9-inch+ TPM can often be enabled in UEFI under Security settings: - Intel: PTT (Platform Trust Technology) - AMD: fTPM (firmware TPM) Both satisfy TPM 2.0 requirements when enabled. Use tpm.msc to verify.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Windows 11 requires TPM 2.0 — the most common compatibility blocker
- Intel PTT and AMD fTPM are firmware implementations of TPM 2.0
- TPM version can be verified using tpm.msc in Windows
- Windows 11 also requires UEFI firmware with Secure Boot capability
- The PC Health Check app is Microsoft's official compatibility tool
TExam Day Tips
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Windows 11 requires TPM 2.0 — the most common compatibility blocker
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What does this 220-1101 question test?
Windows 11 requires TPM 2.0 — the most common compatibility blocker
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: The system does not have TPM 2.0 enabled — Windows 11 requires TPM 2.0 as a mandatory hardware prerequisite. Many older desktops — even those with capable processors — ship with TPM 1.2 or have TPM disabled in UEFI firmware. The PC Health Check app blocks the upgrade if TPM 2.0 is absent or not enabled. The other listed specs (Core i7, 16 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD) all exceed the minimum requirements. The technician should enter UEFI settings and check whether TPM 2.0 or PTT (Intel Platform Trust Technology) is enabled.
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