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Disabling Secure Boot

Official Documentation & Setup Guide

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.

Quick Steps

1. Enter BIOS

Restart PC, press BIOS key during startup.

  • Common keys: F2, Del, F12, Esc
  • Keep pressing until BIOS appears
2. Find Secure Boot

Look under "Security" or "Boot" menu.

3. Disable

Set "Secure Boot" to "Disabled".

4. Save

Press F10, confirm, and restart.

Verify Status

In Windows:

  1. Press Windows + R
  2. Type msinfo32
  3. Check "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

  1. Enter BIOS again
  2. Set "Secure Boot" to "Enabled"
  3. Save and exit
  4. Windows may require verification
  • 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