# Disable Secure Boot & TPM

* Type "System Information" in the Windows search bar and open it.
* In the System Information window, look for information related to "Secure Boot Status" or "Secure Boot State."
* Make sure that Secure Boot is **OFF**. If it's enabled, you'll need to disable it.

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### If Secure Boot is enabled, you can follow these general steps to disable it: <a href="#if-secure-boot-is-enabled-you-can-follow-these-general-steps-to-disable-it" id="if-secure-boot-is-enabled-you-can-follow-these-general-steps-to-disable-it"></a>

1. Look up instructions on how to disable Secure Boot for your specific motherboard. You can use YouTube tutorials or consult your motherboard's manual.
2. Expand the Secure Boot guide in the System Information window. It will display instructions for disabling Secure Boot for different types of motherboards.
3. Follow the guide that corresponds to your motherboard model.

## DISABLE TPM (TRUSTED PLATFORM MODULE)

* Once in the BIOS setup, navigate to the **Security** or **Advanced** tab.
* Look for **TPM** or **PTT (Platform Trust Technology)**.
* Set it to **Disabled**.
* Some systems may list it as **TPM 2.0** or **Security Device**. Simply disable it.

After disabling Secure Boot & TPM, restart your computer for the changes to take effect.

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