If you plan to upgrade to Windows 11, you must first check for and enable TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot from the UEFI settings in your computer's BIOS.
In Windows 11, one of the most significant changes is the requirements for Trusted Platform Module (TPM) and Secure Boot version 2.0. According to Microsoft, TPM 2.0 and "Secure Boot" are needed to provide a better security environment and prevent (or at least reduce) sophisticated attacks, common malware, ransomware, and other threats.
Steps to ensure that TPM 2.0 is present in the computer
- Open the Start menu.
- Search for tpm. msc and click on the top result to open the Trusted Platform Module Manager (TPM) tool.
- In the Status and TPM Manufacturer Information sections, ensure the TPM is present and its version is.
To enable TPM 2.0 in the BIOS for a Windows 11 installation, follow these steps:
- Open Settings.
- Click Update & Security.
- Click on recovery.
- Under the Advanced Startup section, click on the Restart Now button.
- Click Troubleshoot.
- Click on Advanced options.
- Click the UEFI Firmware settings option.
- Click the Restart button.
- Click the advanced, security, or boot settings page, depending on the motherboard.
- Select the TPM 2.0 option and choose the Enabled option.
If your motherboard does not have a TPM chip and you're running an AMD processor, the module may be built into the processor, and the option will appear as "fTPM" (firmware-based TPM 2.0) or "AMD fTPM switch." If the hardware is system-based Intel, TPM 2.0 will be available as a Platform Trust Technology (PTT).
If your computer does not have a TPM option and this is a custom design, you may be able to purchase a module to add support. However, you'll want to consult your motherboard manufacturer's website to ensure they have support.
After completing the steps, it should pass the Windows 11 scan, allowing you to upgrade your computer to the new operating system.