Manufacturer BIOS/UEFI Settings for TPM & Secure Boot
One of the most common reasons for Windows 11 incompatibility is that TPM 2.0 or Secure Boot is either not enabled or not supported on your system. These settings are typically found within your computer's BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) or UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface) firmware settings.
Accessing and navigating these settings varies significantly between manufacturers. Below, you'll find links to support pages for major PC brands, which often provide guides or even simulators to help you locate and enable TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot.
Before You Begin:
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**Accessing BIOS/UEFI:** The key to enter BIOS/UEFI is usually pressed immediately after powering on your computer. Common keys include
F2
,Del
,F10
,F12
, orEsc
. Check your manufacturer's specific instructions. - **Look for "Security" or "Boot" Menus:** TPM settings are often under a "Security" or "Advanced" tab, sometimes labeled as "Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT)" or "AMD fTPM." Secure Boot is typically found under "Boot," "Security," or "Authentication" settings.
- **Save Changes:** Always remember to save your changes before exiting the BIOS/UEFI setup.
Manufacturer Specific Resources:
Dell
Dell's support site offers extensive documentation on enabling TPM and Secure Boot for various models.
Dell TPM SupportDell Secure Boot
HP (Hewlett-Packard)
HP provides guides for enabling security features in their BIOS settings.
HP PCs - TPM SupportHP Secure Boot
Lenovo
Lenovo's support site has articles on configuring TPM and Secure Boot for their ThinkPads and other systems.
Lenovo TPM/Secure BootMicrosoft Surface
For Microsoft's own Surface devices, specific instructions are available.
Surface TPMSurface Secure Boot
Gigabyte (Motherboards)
For custom builds with Gigabyte motherboards, check their support for BIOS settings.
Gigabyte TPM/Secure BootMSI (Motherboards)
MSI also provides extensive BIOS guides for their motherboards.
MSI TPM/Secure BootAlways refer to your specific computer model's manual or the manufacturer's official support website for the most accurate and detailed instructions. BIOS/UEFI interfaces can vary significantly even within the same brand.