Methods to Enable TPM 2.0 Without BIOS

The new operating system, Windows 11, was recently announced, and users are starting to contemplate whether their existing hardware is compatible with it. One of the major requirements for Windows 11 installation, along with a number of system requirements, is TPM (Trusted Platform Module) version 2.0. It should be possible to enable TPM 2.0 on pretty much any piece of hardware that was built after 2015 - and it isn't that hard to do. As part of this simple step-by-step guide, we will detail how to enable TPM 2.0 without BIOS, including screenshots and clear steps. 

 

Methods to Enable TPM 2.0 without BIOS in Windows 11

To begin the process, you must check if your Windows 11 computer is TPM 2.0 compatible. When you choose to upgrade to Windows 11 OS, it is very important to verify if the device has TPM 2.0 capability. Using the Windows PC Health Check application, you can check if TPM is available or not on your PC. You can even view the instruction manual for your motherboard to find out whether it has TPM 2.0.

 

1.    Enable TPM 2.0 Using the PC Health Check Application

You can enable TPM 2.0 via the PC Health Check application on a Windows 11 computer by following the steps listed below:

 

·         You can open the Settings menu by pressing the Windows key and I at the same time. 

·         Now, click on "Windows Security" and then "Device Security."

·         Locate the "Security Processor" tab and make sure version 2.0 of the TPM is visible. Enable it if it appears to be disabled.

 

2.    Enable TPM 2.0 Using Microsoft Management Console

Microsoft's Management Console (MMC) can be used to enable TPM 2.0 without BIOS on your Windows 11 PC. Here's how to do it:

 

·         Pressing the Windows+R keys together will open the Run command window. Type "tpm.msc" into the Run command window and press Enter.

·         In case the TPM is already installed and ready to use; however, the version is less than 2.0, you will need to install Windows 11 and enable the TPM.

 

3.    Enable TPM 2.0 Using BIOS Settings on Windows 11

Here's how you can enable TPM 2.0 hassle-free from the BIOS settings on your Windows 11 PC:

 

·         To restore your computer, open the Start menu and select Settings. Then click on "Update and Security." Then click on "Recovery" on the sidebar to restore your computer.

·         Under the "Advanced Startup" section, select "Restart Now." Then, click on "Troubleshoot" and then select "Advanced Options." 

·         Now, click on "UEFI Firmware Settings" and then "Restart Now."

·         You will need to click the "Change TPM State" button and press Enter to enable it. Click the "Security" tab on the BIOS screen.

 

4.    Enable TPM 2.0 Using Secure Boot

The TPM must also be enabled in the motherboard's BIOS and Secure Boot. This will enable a successful installation of Windows 11. Here's how to do it:

 

·         To enable Secure Boot, select 'Advanced Mode' by pressing 'F2' or selecting it from the side menu during startup. Again, you'll need to select 'F2' to enter the BIOS.

·         You can find the 'Secure Boot' option on the 'Boot' menu in the advanced mode. Now, click the 'Secure Boot' option and select it.

·         Lastly, click on the 'Secure boot' option and change it from 'Disabled' to 'Enabled.' Once you have done this, click 'Save & Exit' and restart your PC. This will enable both TPM 2.0 and Secure boot on your PC.

 

You're done! Enabling TPM 2.0 and Secure boot is rather straightforward - only requiring you to make a few easy BIOS changes. While all of this is true, Windows 11 is still a while off - so knowing whether you'll actually need to use these steps upon its launch isn't yet assured.