To enable Secure Boot on a Gigabyte motherboard, follow these key steps:
- Enter BIOS setup by pressing the Delete key repeatedly during system startup.
- Make sure the BIOS is in UEFI mode (not Legacy). Secure Boot requires UEFI mode.
- Disable Compatibility Support Module (CSM) support from the BIOS (usually under the Boot tab).
- Ensure your boot disk uses the GPT partition style, not MBR.
- Navigate to the Security or Boot tab in BIOS.
- Find Secure Boot option and set it to Enabled.
- If prompted, install or restore default Secure Boot keys.
- Save changes and exit BIOS.
You can verify Secure Boot status in Windows by pressing Win + R, typing "msinfo32", and checking the "Secure Boot State" entry. It should show as "On" once enabled. Some additional notes:
- Your BIOS may have Secure Boot disabled by default.
- You may need to update your BIOS if Secure Boot option does not appear.
- Enabling Secure Boot may cause issues if your system or hardware is incompatible.
- TPM 2.0 is not required for Secure Boot but is required for Windows 11.
- Disabling CSM is essential to enable Secure Boot.
This process helps secure your system from unauthorized boot software and is often required for Windows 11 and certain game anti-cheat systems.
