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:

  • **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, or Esc. 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 Support
Dell Secure Boot

HP (Hewlett-Packard)

HP provides guides for enabling security features in their BIOS settings.

HP PCs - TPM Support
HP Secure Boot

Lenovo

Lenovo's support site has articles on configuring TPM and Secure Boot for their ThinkPads and other systems.

Lenovo TPM/Secure Boot

ASUS

ASUS offers FAQs and guides for their motherboards and pre-built systems.

ASUS TPM/Secure Boot

Acer

Acer's support site provides information on enabling security features.

Acer TPM/Secure Boot

Microsoft Surface

For Microsoft's own Surface devices, specific instructions are available.

Surface TPM
Surface Secure Boot

Gigabyte (Motherboards)

For custom builds with Gigabyte motherboards, check their support for BIOS settings.

Gigabyte TPM/Secure Boot

MSI (Motherboards)

MSI also provides extensive BIOS guides for their motherboards.

MSI TPM/Secure Boot

Always 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.