When Needed Only disable Secure Boot if specifically required by our software or instructed by support.
What is Secure Boot?
Secure Boot ensures your PC boots using only trusted software. Some applications require it to be disabled for low-level system access.
Video Tutorial
Quick Steps
Enter BIOS: Restart PC, press BIOS key during startup Common keys: F2, Del, F12, Esc
Keep pressing until BIOS appears
Find Secure Boot: Look under "Security" or "Boot" menu
Disable: Set "Secure Boot" to "Disabled"
Save: Press F10, confirm, and restart
Manufacturer-Specific Keys
BrandBIOS KeyLocationHPF10Security → Secure Boot ConfigurationDellF2Security → Secure BootLenovoF1 or Fn+F1Security → Secure BootASUSDel or F2Boot → Secure Boot ControlMSIDelSecurity/Boot → Secure BootAcerF2 or DelBoot → Secure Boot
Verify Status
In Windows:
Press
Windows + RType
msinfo32Check "Secure Boot State" → Should show "Off"
In PowerShell:
Confirm-SecureBootUEFI
Should return "False" if disabled.
Troubleshooting
Can't Find Option
Check under Security, Boot, Authentication, or Advanced
Ensure UEFI mode is enabled
Update BIOS if necessary
Can't Disable
Reset BIOS to defaults first
Update BIOS to latest version
Check Windows settings aren't blocking
Re-enable Secure Boot
Enter BIOS again
Set "Secure Boot" to "Enabled"
Save and exit
Windows may require verification
Important Record current BIOS settings before changes Keep laptop plugged in during BIOS changes Don't modify other BIOS settings Some Windows features need Secure Boot enabled
For support, contact our team or check your manufacturer's documentation.