How to upgrade your Rok Box to Windows 11

Upgrading Your Rok Box Pro Audio PC to Windows 11

Microsoft Windows 11 is available as a free upgrade from Windows 10 and, in some cases, Windows 8 and Windows 7. If your Rok Box meets the necessary hardware requirements, upgrading can enhance performance, security, and compatibility with modern software.

Getting Started: Windows Update Prompt

After updating your PC, you may receive a prompt via Windows Update to install Windows 11. If you choose to proceed, the upgrade is typically safe—but we strongly recommend backing up your system first.

Follow our backup guide here:

How to Backup Your PCAudioLabs Pro Audio PC

Hardware Requirements for Windows 11

Windows 11 has specific hardware requirements, most notably the presence of UEFI TPM (Trusted Platform Module) technology. Whether your Rok Box supports this depends on its motherboard.

To check TPM status:

1. Restart your PC and press DEL during boot to enter the UEFI BIOS.
2. Navigate to Advanced > Security.
3. Ensure TPM is set to Enabled.
4. Save changes and reboot.

If TPM is not listed, a BIOS update may enable it.

Follow our BIOS update guide here:

How to Update Your Rok Box’s BIOS/UEFI Firmware

✅ Check Compatibility with Windows PC Health Check

To determine if your system is ready for Windows 11:

• Download and run the Windows PC Health Check app
• Review Microsoft’s guidance here:
  Getting Ready for the Windows 11 Upgrade

If your PC does not meet the requirements, Microsoft currently does not offer a supported method to bypass these restrictions.

? Need Help?

Our support team is here to assist with any questions about upgrading your Rok Box to Windows 11. Don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re happy to help.

What to do if your Rok Box is too old for Windows 11

In some cases, your PC may be too outdated to upgrade to Windows 11. Rok Box PCs built starting 2015 on should be compatible. If, however, your Rok Box is older, or your hardware is incompatible, you have a couple options: 

1. Keep using your version of Windows. You may opt to continue using the Windows operating system that you currently have installed. Consider that you will no longer receive feature updates, and only occasional security updates will be installed. You may also find that software and hardware loses compatibility with time. 

2. Upgrade your Rok Box. If it's time for a new Rok Box Pro Audio PC, we'll be happy to offer you a discount on a new PC! Just respond to this email and let us know that you're ready for an awesome new PC. We'll respond and help you out! You may also call us at 615-933-6775 to discuss your PC needs. 

Thanks for reading this newsletter, and, as always, please reach out if our team can help you in any way!