diff --git a/source/more-info/unsupported/system_architecture.markdown b/source/more-info/unsupported/system_architecture.markdown new file mode 100644 index 000000000000..cce7dbfb1077 --- /dev/null +++ b/source/more-info/unsupported/system_architecture.markdown @@ -0,0 +1,27 @@ +--- +title: "System architecture" +description: "More information on why System Architecture marks the installation as unsupported." +--- + +## The issue + +Supervisor considers `i386`, `armhf`, and `armv7` (all 32-bit system architectures) +as unsupported. Home Assistant announced the sunset of these architectures in May 2025 +(see [this blog post for more information](https://www.home-assistant.io/blog/2025/05/22/deprecating-core-and-supervised-installation-methods-and-32-bit-systems/)). +On these system architectures, the Supervisor stops refreshing its update +information. This means you will no longer receive updates for any component, +including Home Assistant Core or Add-on updates. + +## The solution + +You can continue to use the system as is, but it is recommended to move your +Home Assistant installation onto supported hardware. This makes sure that you'll +continue to receive software updates, including security updates. + +1. To migrate to a supported architecture, [create a full backup](/common-tasks/general/#backups) +and download it. +2. Install Home Assistant OS on supported 64-bit hardware. + - Use the [restore from backup feature during onboarding](https://www.home-assistant.io/getting-started/onboarding/) (Option 2). + - If you use a Raspberry Pi 3 or Raspberry Pi 4, you can install the 64-bit variants +of Home Assistant OS. + - See the [Raspberry Pi installation documentation](https://www.home-assistant.io/installation/raspberrypi/) for detailed instructions.