Secure Boot

    How to Disable Secure Boot for Windows 11 Installation: Complete Guide

    Learn how to disable Secure Boot in BIOS/UEFI for Windows 11 installation on unsupported hardware. Step-by-step instructions for all major motherboard manufacturers.

    Published: 1/25/20259 min readUpdated: 2/1/2026

    Secure Boot is a UEFI firmware security feature that prevents unauthorized operating systems and bootloaders from loading during startup. While Windows 11 officially requires Secure Boot, some installation scenarios require temporarily disabling it.

    What Is Secure Boot and How Does It Protect My Computer?

    Secure Boot is a UEFI security feature that verifies boot software signatures before execution. It prevents rootkits and boot-level malware by only allowing signed, trusted bootloaders and operating systems to start.

    Secure Boot represents a critical security layer in modern computers, protecting the boot process from tampering.

    How Do I Access BIOS/UEFI Settings to Disable Secure Boot?

    Access BIOS/UEFI by pressing Delete, F2, F12, or Escape during boot, or through Windows Settings > Recovery > Advanced startup.

    Accessing BIOS/UEFI settings is the first step to disabling Secure Boot. Common keys: ASUS=Delete/F2, Gigabyte=Delete, MSI=Delete, Dell=F2/F12, HP=F10/Escape.

    Conclusione

    Secure Boot is an important security feature, but legitimate scenarios require temporarily disabling it. FlyOOBE bypass often works without disabling Secure Boot.

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