To turn on Secure Boot in Windows 11, follow these steps:
- Check if Secure Boot is already on:
- Click the Start button, type "System Information," and open it.
- Scroll down to "Secure Boot State." If it says "Off," proceed to enable it.
- Access UEFI Firmware Settings (BIOS):
- Open Settings > System > Recovery.
- Under "Advanced startup," click "Restart now."
- In the recovery menu, select "Troubleshoot" > "Advanced options" > "UEFI Firmware Settings," then restart.
- Enable Secure Boot in BIOS:
- Once in the BIOS/UEFI menu, find the "Boot," "Security," or "Authentication" tab.
- Locate the "Secure Boot" option and change it to "Enabled" or "On."
- Save the changes and exit BIOS to reboot the PC.
- Verify Secure Boot is enabled:
- After reboot, open System Information again and check that "Secure Boot State" shows "On."
Note:
- Your BIOS interface may vary by manufacturer; common keys to enter BIOS include F2, Delete, F10, or Esc during boot.
- Ensure your BIOS mode is set to UEFI, not Legacy/CSM.
- Back up data before making BIOS changes.
These steps enable Secure Boot, which helps secure your PC by allowing only trusted software to load during startup, enhancing protection against malware.
