How to Enable TPM in ASRock BIOS for Windows 11

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ASRock boards are popular in value‑focused and small‑form‑factor builds, but their BIOS layout is a bit different from ASUS/MSI. If Windows 11 is complaining about TPM 2.0, you probably just need to enable fTPM (AMD) or PTT (Intel) in the ASRock UEFI.

This guide is dedicated to ASRock motherboards only: Phantom Gaming, Steel Legend, Pro4, ITX series, and more.

Understanding TPM on ASRock

On ASRock:

  • Intel platforms usually expose Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT).
  • AMD platforms expose AMD CPU fTPM.

The options are normally found under:

  • Advanced → CPU Configuration or
  • Advanced → AMD fTPM Configuration / Trusted Computing

ASRock UEFI Advanced tab with CPU Configuration highlighted

Step 1 – Enter the ASRock UEFI interface

  1. Power off your PC.
  2. Turn it on and repeatedly press F2 or Del.
  3. You should see the ASRock UEFI splash screen.
  4. If you land in a simplified EZ Mode, press F6 to switch to Advanced Mode.

We’ll stay in Advanced Mode for the rest of the guide so all security options are visible.

Step 2 – Enable TPM on Intel ASRock motherboards (PTT)

For Intel chipsets like B560/B660/Z690/Z790 from ASRock:

  1. In Advanced Mode, go to the Advanced tab.
  2. Open CPU Configuration or Trusted Computing (exact names vary).
  3. Look for Intel Platform Trust Technology or PTT.
  4. Set it to Enabled.

On some boards you’ll additionally see:

  • TPM Device Selection → choose PTT or Firmware TPM
  • Security Device Support → set to Enabled

ASRock Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT) setting enabled

Leave any “Clear TPM” or “Clear Security Device” options alone unless you know you need to reset BitLocker/keys.

Step 3 – Enable fTPM on AMD ASRock motherboards

On Ryzen ASRock boards (B450/B550/X570/B650/X670):

  1. Go to the Advanced tab.
  2. Open CPU Configuration (most common), AMD fTPM configuration, or Trusted Computing depending on BIOS version.
  3. Find the AMD fTPM switch (sometimes labeled AMD CPU fTPM).
  4. Set it to AMD CPU fTPM / Enabled.

On some ASRock models the TPM options live under the Security tab instead — check there if the Advanced tab doesn’t show them.

If there’s a TPM Device Selection list:

  • Choose AMD CPU fTPM or Firmware TPM.
  • Do not choose dTPM unless you installed a physical TPM module.

ASRock AMD CPU fTPM option set to Enabled

Step 4 – Make sure ASRock is using UEFI with Secure Boot

Even with TPM turned on, Windows 11 wants UEFI boot and Secure Boot:

  1. In UEFI, go to the Boot tab.
  2. Check:
    • CSM (Compatibility Support Module): ideally Disabled for full UEFI.
    • Boot entries show UEFI: [drive name] for your OS drive.
  3. Go to the Security tab or Boot → Secure Boot:
    • Set Secure Boot to Enabled.
    • If there’s a Secure Boot Mode, choose Standard or Windows UEFI mode.

If disabling CSM stops Windows from booting:

  • Re‑enable CSM so you can get back in.
  • Keep TPM enabled.
  • Plan to convert your drive from MBR to GPT later to fully move to a Windows 11‑style configuration.

Step 5 – Save your ASRock changes

  1. Press F10 to open the Save & Exit dialog.
  2. Confirm that:
    • Intel PTT / AMD CPU fTPM = Enabled
    • Any Security Device Support options are Enabled
  3. Choose Yes to save and reboot into Windows.

ASRock UEFI may briefly display a message about updating security devices; that’s expected.

Step 6 – Confirm TPM 2.0 from inside Windows

In Windows:

  1. Hit Win + R, type tpm.msc, and press Enter.
  2. In the TPM Management window, check:
    • Status: “The TPM is ready for use”
    • Specification Version: 2.0

TPM Management console showing TPM 2.0 on ASRock board

If it still reports that no compatible TPM is found:

  • Re‑enter ASRock UEFI with F2 / Del.
  • Double‑check that PTT / AMD CPU fTPM is still Enabled.
  • Verify you actually saved with F10, not just exited.
  • Install the latest UEFI version for your exact board model from ASRock’s support site.

Model‑specific notes – Phantom Gaming, Steel Legend, ITX

ASRock Phantom Gaming series

  • Typically groups many CPU‑related features under Advanced → CPU Configuration.
  • TPM may be labeled as Intel PTT (Intel) or AMD CPU fTPM (AMD) directly in that submenu.
  • Gaming‑oriented boards tend to have up‑to‑date Windows 11 presets; if you see a Windows 11 Ready or similar toggle, enabling it is fine but still verify TPM.

ASRock Steel Legend / Pro4

  • Often simpler layouts, but still use the standard Advanced tab.
  • Look for AMD fTPM configuration or Trusted Computing.
  • If you came from an older BIOS, a firmware update may be required to expose TPM 2.0 controls.

ASRock ITX boards (DeskMini / ITX series)

  • Space‑constrained systems that are very popular as compact gaming or streaming builds.
  • Same logic applies, but menus can be condensed:
    • Check Advanced first, then CPU Configuration for fTPM/PTT.
    • Some DeskMini models require a newer BIOS to support full Windows 11 security feature exposure.

How to disable TPM in the ASRock BIOS

To turn TPM back off (troubleshooting or board swap):

  1. Suspend or disable BitLocker in Windows first, or the next boot will demand a recovery key.
  2. Enter UEFI with F2 / Del.
  3. Set the AMD fTPM switch to Disabled (AMD) or Intel Platform Trust Technology to Disabled (Intel) in the same Advanced menu.
  4. Save with F10.

Windows 11 and several anti-cheats require TPM, so re-enable it once you’re done.

Verify TPM 2.0 in Windows

  • Win + R → tpm.msc → Specification Version 2.0, “The TPM is ready for use”.
  • Or Settings → Privacy & security → Windows Security → Device security → Security processor.

Will enabling TPM slow down my ASRock gaming rig?

On ASRock platforms, firmware TPM uses negligible CPU time once the system is booted:

  • It doesn’t touch your GPU, RAM timings, or XMP profiles.
  • It doesn’t run per‑frame work in your games.
  • You should not see a measurable difference in FPS or input feeling in competitive titles.

If your focus is latency and responsiveness, combine this with:

Other motherboard brands

Different board? Use the matching guide:

Quick recap – ASRock TPM setup for Windows 11

For most ASRock motherboards:

  • Intel:
    • Advanced → CPU Configuration / Trusted Computing → Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT) = Enabled
  • AMD:
    • Advanced → AMD fTPM configuration / Trusted Computing → AMD CPU fTPM = Enabled
  • Boot & security:
    • CSM = Disabled (when your drive is GPT)
    • Secure Boot = Enabled, Windows UEFI‑style mode
  • In Windows:
    • Use tpm.msc to confirm TPM 2.0 and “TPM is ready for use”.

With those changes, your ASRock system should pass the Windows 11 security checker cleanly, without hacks or performance‑killing workarounds.

Frequently asked questions

Where is TPM in the ASRock BIOS?

On AMD boards: Advanced → CPU Configuration → AMD fTPM switch (set to AMD CPU fTPM). On Intel boards: Advanced → CPU Configuration or Trusted Computing → Intel Platform Trust Technology, set to Enabled. Some boards also show TPM options under the Security tab.

What is the AMD fTPM switch on ASRock?

It's the toggle that turns on the firmware TPM built into your Ryzen CPU. Setting it to AMD CPU fTPM gives Windows 11 a full TPM 2.0 device with no extra hardware and no gaming performance cost.

Should I choose dTPM or firmware TPM on ASRock?

Pick firmware TPM (AMD CPU fTPM or Intel PTT) unless you physically installed a discrete TPM module in the board's header. Selecting dTPM without a module makes Windows report no TPM at all.

How do I verify TPM 2.0 is working in Windows?

Press Win + R, run tpm.msc and check Specification Version 2.0 with status 'The TPM is ready for use' — or open Settings → Privacy & security → Windows Security → Device security and look for the Security processor entry.

How do I disable TPM in the ASRock BIOS?

Suspend BitLocker in Windows first, then set the AMD fTPM switch (or Intel Platform Trust Technology) back to Disabled in the same Advanced menu and save with F10.