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How to Enable TPM 2.0 in BIOS [For Different Versions]
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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TPM is a security feature and a Windows 11 requirement that has been a center of controversy because it’s required if you want to install the latest OS.
Luckily, most modern PCs support this feature, but many users with older PCs don’t have it. As a result, their PCs are ineligible for the Windows 11 upgrade.
When it comes to those computers that support it, users don’t know how to enable it properly, and we can’t blame them since this setting is hidden in BIOS.
In our older guides we showed youhow to enable TPM in BIOS ASRockand today you’ll discover how to enable this feature on other motherboard brands.
How does TPM work?
TPM is a physical chip on your PC designed to protect the computer. By using it, you’ll ensure that only approved software can boot it, so it will protect your PC from bootloader malware.
In addition, this device is used for full-disk encryption, and it holds the cryptographic key needed to access your drive.
To learn more about it, we suggest reading ourWindows 11 and TPM articlefor in-depth information.
What are the different types of TPM?
There are several types of TPM, and discrete TPM is the most secure choice since it’s separated from other hardware.
Many manufacturers use the integrated version that is added to other chips. Firmware-based versions are also popular, and they run in a trusted execution environment on your CPU.
Hypervisor TPMs are designed to run in an isolated exclusion environment inside of a virtual machine. The last type is software version, but they are considered vulnerable.
To learn about different versions, we suggest reading ourTPM 1.2 vs 2.0 guidefor a side-by-side comparison.
How can I enable TPM 2.0 in BIOS?
1. Enable TPM 2.0 in ASUS BIOS
For Intel motherboards
For AMD motherboards
2. Enable TPM 2.0 in BIOS on Dell
3. Enable TPM 2.0 in BIOS on HP
4. Enable TPM 2.0 in BIOS on Lenovo
How to check if my PC has TPM?
To check if TPM is enabled, do the following:
Does Windows 11 require TPM?
Yes, the OS requires TPM to install, and this has sparked a lot of controversy among users because not all older devices support this feature.
However, there are ways toinstall Windows 11 without TPM, but if you choose to do that, your PC might be susceptible to malware attacks.
In this guide, we showed you how to enable TPM 2.0 in BIOS on different motherboard brands. As you can see, the process is quite similar, regardless of the brand you’re using.
However, do keep in mind that CPU manufacturers use different terminology for TPM, so keep an eye out, especially if you’re using Intel.
Did you manage to enable TPM using the instructions from this guide? If so, feel free to let us know in the comments section below.
More about the topics:Cybersecurity,TPM,Windows 11
Milan Stanojevic
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Milan has been enthusiastic about technology ever since his childhood days, and this led him to take interest in all PC-related technologies. He’s a PC enthusiast and he spends most of his time learning about computers and technology.
Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s one of the Troubleshooting experts in our worldwide team, specializing in Windows errors & software issues.
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Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s specialized in Windows errors & software issues.
