Windows 11 says the only missing requirement is TPM 2.0. I checked my BIOS, and settings such as Secure Boot, AMD fTPM, and Security Device Support were already enabled by default. However, tpm.msc still reports TPM version 1.2. My motherboard is an MSI MEG X570 Unify, purchased in 2021 or early 2022, so I expected it to support TPM 2.0. What else should I check or change to get Windows to recognize TPM 2.0?
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A Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC installation can be configured with fewer hardware checks, including the TPM requirement, but that is more of a workaround than a fix. It would be better to get the motherboard's firmware TPM working first, since the X570 platform is capable of meeting the normal Windows 11 requirement.
The exact motherboard model matters, but the MSI MEG X570 Unify should support TPM 2.0 through AMD's firmware TPM, so you normally should not need a separate hardware module. Check for a BIOS update, then confirm that AMD fTPM or AMD CPU fTPM is enabled and that Security Device Support is turned on. After changing firmware settings, verify the result in Windows Security or by running tpm.msc again.
The system may still be reporting an older TPM state because of firmware, motherboard configuration, or an outdated BIOS. Before making BIOS or disk changes, back up important files and make sure you have your recovery keys available. If the latest BIOS still reports version 1.2, check MSI's compatibility documentation for the correct TPM module, although the built-in AMD fTPM should generally be enough on this board.
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