How to enable TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot for Windows 11

I'm gonna show you how to enable T PM two point oh and secure boot .

So you can finally get Windows 11 .

If you tried installing Windows 11 or have used the Microsoft PC Health Check app , you might have been greeted with the dreaded this PC can't run Windows 11 error message .

Well , not all hope is lost before you run out and buy a new PC just to get Windows 11 .

There are some settings that you can check which might be disabled that are keeping you from passing windows eleven's compatibility check .

I'm talking about T PM two point oh and secure boot .

These two security settings that Microsoft has required manufacturers to include in computers since 2016 .

The problem however , is that many computers ship with these features disabled and it's not a setting that can easily be changed .

So it's highly unlikely that you've ever even seen the option to enable it .

I'm gonna show you how to get into your computer's bios and enable T PM two point oh and secure boot .

But first , let's talk about what T PM is T PM or trusted platform module is a small device known as a crypto processor and no , it doesn't have anything to do with crypto currency .

It is a chip that is attached to your motherboard designed to enhance hardware security during your computer startup T PM can also take the form in a virtual or firmware variety .

So it's a good idea to keep your motherboard's bios updated .

Now , let's talk about secure boot , secure boot is a feature in your computer software that controls which operating systems are allowed to be active on your machine .

It is both a good and a bad thing .

On one hand , it can prevent certain classes of malware and ransomware from taking over your machine , but it can also prevent you from being able to install a second Os .

So if you wanted to experiment with Linux , secure boot could stop you .

It also plays a part in preventing windows pirating .

I'll be guiding you in a broad sense since every bios is slightly different , but I will give you some tips on what to look for specifically and I'll show you how to get into your bios if you've never been in it , but do be warned , changing settings in your bios can change the way your computer functions for better or worse .

So use good judgment when changing settings in the bios .

And if you feel unsure or uncomfortable , once you're in the bios , you can always exit without saving .

And as always back up any important information or data , you do not want to lose before starting this process to enable T PM or secure boot .

We need to get into the computer's bios to do this .

Navigate to the start menu .

Then click settings , click on update and security on the left menu .

Click on recovery .

Then under the advanced startup , click restart .

Now the machine will reboot into this blue window .

Click on the troubleshoot option .

Then the advanced options look for the U E F I firmware settings , then click restart .

The system will reboot and load into the bios .

If you don't have the U E F I firmware settings , there is another way of getting into the bios but it requires quick fingers , start by turning off your computer , then turn it back on as it boots up .

You might have seen a manufacturer logo during this screen .

You'll have to quickly press or tap a key on your keyboard on some splash screens .

You'll see a line of text at the bottom saying press F two to enter setup or system configuration F two , depending on what kind of computer you have .

It might be a different key .

It could be any key ranging from F one F two F eight F 10 F 11 and even the delete key for my motherboard here , I'll use the delete key .

Once in the bios , you're going to look for an option or tab called security .

More than likely you'll have to use your keyboard to navigate the menu .

Once you're in the security section , you'll be looking for T PM settings .

It could be labeled in a variety of ways .

It could be T PM device T PM security trusted platform module or any variation of that .

On some intel systems , it will be labeled as P T D or Intel trusted platform technology .

And on a MD systems , it will appear as a MD FTP M switch or just FTP M .

Now , whatever you do do not clear , update or restore the T PM .

This will cause you to lose all of the data that's encrypted by the T PM and this cannot be undone or reversed .

The only option we want to touch in this window is one that enables or turns on the T P once enabled , navigate to the exit screen , then click save and restart to enable secure boot head back into the bios .

The secure boot setting could be in a few different areas depending on your manufacturer .

It could be under the boot tab , the security tab or an authentication tab .

Once you've found the secure boot setting , go ahead and enable it , then save and exit your bios .

Your computer will bear .

There is a possibility that you might not be able to find the secure boot setting .

Some computers will load secure boot keys under a custom tab and others won't allow you to enable secure boot until certain factory settings are restored .

If you're unable to access or change these settings .

It's best to call your computers manufacturer and have them give you a clear answer or walk you through the process of enabling secure boot and there you have it .

You've now enabled T PM 2.0 and secure boot .

You'll now be able to continue with your Windows 11 installation .

If you're unable to find these options , there is a possibility that your computer doesn't have T PM or secure boot .

And if that the case , then you'll have to buy a new computer for Windows 11 .

But don't worry , Microsoft has said that Windows 10 will be continued to be supported through October of 2025 .

So you have plenty of time to continue using your machine safely .

Plus by 2025 you'll probably want to buy a new computer .

Anyway .

Thank you so much for watching .

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