Eizo monitors and Windows 11

pschlute · 10-31-2021, 08:50 AM - **2 Likes**

Just a heads up. My computer is capable of being updated to Win11 OS and I have the "invite" via Microsoft updates.

I did a bit of compatibility checking before going ahead and discovered the Eizo calibration software is not capable of working with Win11 yet. From the Eizo website:

"We highly recommend not using a PC installed with Microsoft Windows 11 for the time being"

So if you use an Eizo monitor, best leave the update for now.

Manuals CS2730 | EIZO CORPORATION

vonBaloney · 10-31-2021, 08:59 AM - **2 Likes**

That's going to be the case with lots of drivers and software. Unless you've got a pressing reason to update to Win11, I'd recommend waiting for anybody that depends on their system. Is there something so amazing we can't live without for a while?

**UncleVanya** · 10-31-2021, 09:30 AM

Originally posted by pschlute

Just a heads up. My computer is capable of being updated to Win11 OS and I have the "invite" via Microsoft updates.

I did a bit of compatibility checking before going ahead and discovered the Eizo calibration software is not capable of working with Win11 yet. From the Eizo website:

"We highly recommend not using a PC installed with Microsoft Windows 11 for the time being"

So if you use an Eizo monitor, best leave the update for now.

Manuals CS2730 | EIZO CORPORATION

I haven’t used an Eizo in years. I used to have four on my desk at one time. That’s a blast from the past for me.

JohnMc · 10-31-2021, 09:35 AM

Originally posted by vonBaloney

Is there something so amazing we can't live without for a while?

You mean like the verified boot-able full system image/backup?

Not a Number · 10-31-2021, 05:30 PM - **1 Like**

Thanks for the heads up.

Windows 11 is not much of a concern at the moment since I need a TPM module first. These are in short supply and I'm not willing to 7 or 8 times over the MSRP from the vendors that claim to have it in stock.

I've never been an early adopter of Windows to begin with and tend to wait 5-6 months before going with a major update.

MarkJerling · 10-31-2021, 06:02 PM - **1 Like**

Many major software suites have not yet released their Win11 updates. It makes sense not to be an early adopter. As others have pointed out, at least 6 months would seem to be wise.

**Digitalis** · 11-01-2021, 06:14 AM

Sadly this is a typical experience for early adopters, you pay the price for being on that edge.

**Apet-Sure** · 11-01-2021, 10:44 AM

Bring back Win 7, it was my favorite. Maybe 11 will fix the things I don't like about 10. One can hope.

Class A · 11-06-2021, 05:54 AM

Originally posted by Apet-Sure

Maybe 11 will fix the things I don't like about 10.

You must be an eternal optimist.

So far, Win11 has been a complete waste of time.

With the exception of one particular (random access) SSD benchmark it is either as fast as or slower than Win10 and introduces further inflexibility, such as the inability to move the task bar to the sides.

I'll use Win10 as long as I can.

vonBaloney · 11-06-2021, 06:10 AM

Originally posted by Class A

You must be an eternal optimist.

So far, Win11 has been a complete waste of time.

With the exception of one particular (random access) SSD benchmark it is either as fast as or slower than Win10 and introduces further inflexibility, such as the inability to move the task bar to the sides.

I'll use Win10 as long as I can.

That's another good reason to wait. With major new versions, there is always some inexplicable stuff they want to force on you (or forcibly take away from you). Then there is a big backlash, and oftentimes they will restore treasured features they took away for no reason.

**Digitalis** · 11-06-2021, 06:42 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Class A

such as the inability to move the task bar to the sides.

...Really? As a user of multiple monitors, that feature being absent kills it dead for me.

10-31-2021, 08:50 AM - 2 Likes	#1
pschlute Moderator Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Surrey, UK Photos: Gallery Posts: 8,202	Eizo monitors and Windows 11 Just a heads up. My computer is capable of being updated to Win11 OS and I have the "invite" via Microsoft updates. I did a bit of compatibility checking before going ahead and discovered the Eizo calibration software is not capable of working with Win11 yet. From the Eizo website: "We highly recommend not using a PC installed with Microsoft Windows 11 for the time being" So if you use an Eizo monitor, best leave the update for now. Manuals CS2730 \| EIZO CORPORATION

11-06-2021, 06:42 AM - 1 Like	#11
Digitalis Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Melbourne, Victoria Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,694	Originally posted by Class A such as the inability to move the task bar to the sides. ...Really? As a user of multiple monitors, that feature being absent kills it dead for me. Last edited by Digitalis; 11-08-2021 at 12:56 AM. Reason: clarification for my lack of interest in windows 11

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10-31-2021, 08:59 AM - 2 Likes	#2
vonBaloney Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 6,029	That's going to be the case with lots of drivers and software. Unless you've got a pressing reason to update to Win11, I'd recommend waiting for anybody that depends on their system. Is there something so amazing we can't live without for a while?

10-31-2021, 09:30 AM	#3
UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,404	Originally posted by pschlute Just a heads up. My computer is capable of being updated to Win11 OS and I have the "invite" via Microsoft updates. I did a bit of compatibility checking before going ahead and discovered the Eizo calibration software is not capable of working with Win11 yet. From the Eizo website: "We highly recommend not using a PC installed with Microsoft Windows 11 for the time being" So if you use an Eizo monitor, best leave the update for now. Manuals CS2730 \| EIZO CORPORATION I haven’t used an Eizo in years. I used to have four on my desk at one time. That’s a blast from the past for me.

10-31-2021, 09:35 AM	#4
JohnMc Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2020 Posts: 655	Originally posted by vonBaloney Is there something so amazing we can't live without for a while? You mean like the verified boot-able full system image/backup?

10-31-2021, 05:30 PM - 1 Like	#5
Not a Number Moderator Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Venice, CA Posts: 10,526	Thanks for the heads up. Windows 11 is not much of a concern at the moment since I need a TPM module first. These are in short supply and I'm not willing to 7 or 8 times over the MSRP from the vendors that claim to have it in stock. I've never been an early adopter of Windows to begin with and tend to wait 5-6 months before going with a major update.

10-31-2021, 06:02 PM - 1 Like	#6
MarkJerling Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wairarapa, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 20,406	Many major software suites have not yet released their Win11 updates. It makes sense not to be an early adopter. As others have pointed out, at least 6 months would seem to be wise.

11-01-2021, 06:14 AM	#7
Digitalis Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Melbourne, Victoria Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,694	Sadly this is a typical experience for early adopters, you pay the price for being on that edge.

11-01-2021, 10:44 AM	#8
Apet-Sure Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Goldsboro North Carolina Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,861	Bring back Win 7, it was my favorite. Maybe 11 will fix the things I don't like about 10. One can hope.

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Class A Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Wellington, New Zealand Posts: 11,251	Originally posted by Apet-Sure Maybe 11 will fix the things I don't like about 10. You must be an eternal optimist. So far, Win11 has been a complete waste of time. With the exception of one particular (random access) SSD benchmark it is either as fast as or slower than Win10 and introduces further inflexibility, such as the inability to move the task bar to the sides. I'll use Win10 as long as I can.

11-06-2021, 06:10 AM	#10
vonBaloney Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 6,029	Originally posted by Class A You must be an eternal optimist. So far, Win11 has been a complete waste of time. With the exception of one particular (random access) SSD benchmark it is either as fast as or slower than Win10 and introduces further inflexibility, such as the inability to move the task bar to the sides. I'll use Win10 as long as I can. That's another good reason to wait. With major new versions, there is always some inexplicable stuff they want to force on you (or forcibly take away from you). Then there is a big backlash, and oftentimes they will restore treasured features they took away for no reason.