Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

There are a few quick ways to check if your machine has a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) installed and enabled.

Method 1: The Run Dialog (Fastest)

1. Press the Windows Key + R to open the Run dialog.
2. Type tpm.msc and press Enter.
3. A Trusted Platform Module Management window will open.

• If you have an active TPM: Look under the Status section. It should say "The TPM is ready for use." You can also check the Specification Version in the bottom right (usually 2.0 or 1.2).
• If you don't (or it's disabled): You will see a "Compatible TPM cannot be found" message.

Method 2: PowerShell

1. Right-click the Start button and open Windows PowerShell (Admin) or Terminal (Admin).
2. Run the following command: Get-Tpm
3. Look at the output. If the TpmPresent and TpmReady properties both say True, your TPM is active.

Method 3: Device Manager

1. Right-click the Start button and select Device Manager.
2. Scroll down and look for a category called Security devices. Expand it.
3. If you see Trusted Platform Module 2.0 (or 1.2) listed, it is installed and recognized by Windows.

What if Windows doesn't find it?

If these checks say you don't have a TPM, it doesn't necessarily mean your motherboard lacks the hardware. It is very common for the TPM to simply be disabled in the BIOS/UEFI.

To enable it, you would need to restart your computer, enter the BIOS, and look for the security or CPU configuration settings. The naming conventions vary by CPU manufacturer:

• Intel: Look for PTT (Platform Trust Technology).
• AMD: Look for fTPM (Firmware TPM).