How to check my Dell desktop for TPM 2.0?

To check for TPM 2.0 on your PC, you can use several methods. Here are the most straightforward ones:

1. Using the TPM Management Console

   • Press Windows Key + R to open the Run dialog.

   • Type tpm.msc and press Enter.

   • If a TPM is present and enabled, you will see a status message saying "The TPM is ready for use."

   • Check under "TPM Manufacturer Information" for the "Specification Version" to confirm if it's 2.0.

2. Using the Windows Security App

   • Open Settings > Update & Security > Windows Security > Device Security.

   • Look for the "Security processor" section.

   • Click on "Security processor details" and verify the "Specification version" is 2.0.

3. Using Device Manager

   • Press Windows Key + X and select Device Manager.

   • Expand the "Security devices" category.

   • Look for "Trusted Platform Module" with the version number.

If the TPM is not found or disabled, you may need to enable it in the BIOS/UEFI settings of your PC. Most modern PCs have TPM 2.0 built-in but it might be disabled by default.

These checks are important especially for Windows 11 compatibility since TPM 2.0 is a minimum requirement.