Users' questions

Can I change BIOS settings remotely?

Can I change BIOS settings remotely?

If you want to update the settings on a computer’s basic input/output system, or BIOS, from a remote location, you can do so using a native Windows utility called Remote Desktop Connection. This utility lets you connect to a remote computer and control it using your own machine.

How do I enable TPM in Dell BIOS remotely?

To activate and check the TPM activation:

  1. If not set, set the BIOS password on the system.
  2. If not enabled, enable TPM.
  3. Reboot the system.
  4. To activate TPM, type the following command: cctk –tpmactivation=activate –valsetuppwd=
  5. Reboot the system without interruption till the operating system loads.

Which tool enables IT admins to easily push the latest applications drivers BIOS and firmware to Dell client systems?

Dell Command | Update is an easy-to-use Graphical User Interface (GUI) and Command Line Interface (CLI) tool. You can use it to update Dell client systems with the latest drivers, BIOS, and firmware.

Why would a manager need to use the Dell command?

Dell Command | Monitor manages client systems using the Common Information Model (CIM) standard and Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP), which are management protocols. This reduces the total cost of ownership, improves security.

Can you change BIOS settings from Windows?

Windows 10 gives you many configuration options directly within the operating system, but on every laptop or desktop, there are some settings you can only change in the BIOS (basic input/output system). However, since the BIOS is a pre-boot environment, you can’t access it directly from within Windows.

What to press to get into BIOS?

In order to access BIOS on a Windows PC, you must press your BIOS key set by your manufacturer which could be F10, F2, F12, F1, or DEL. If your PC goes through its power on self-test startup too quickly, you can also enter BIOS through Windows 10’s advanced start menu recovery settings.

How do I disable TPM in Dell BIOS?

Steps to Disable PTT in the BIOS to Enable TPM Security:

  1. Tap the F2 key when the Dell logo appears to enter the BIOS.
  2. Expand the “Security” section, click “PTT Security”, and deselect Intel Platform Trust Technology.

Where is TPM in Dell BIOS?

Note: To make sure TPM is turned on, you must press F2 to enter System Setup. Then go to the Security section and check that TPM is set to On under the TPM security settings.

Why do we need to update BIOS?

Some of the reasons for updating the BIOS include: Hardware updates—Newer BIOS updates will enable the motherboard to correctly identify new hardware such as processors, RAM, and so on. If you upgraded your processor and the BIOS doesn’t recognize it, a BIOS flash might be the answer.

Is there a way to manage the Dell BIOS remotely?

To manage your Dell machines (and to automate some work), you can choose one of two routes to manage the Dell BIOS remotely. But first – let’s see what we need to configure and how we can do it. Not only should you update your BIOS versions on all of your hardware, but you should configure some basic BIOS settings.

Is there a way to update the BIOS on a Dell Computer?

There are tools to remotely update the BIOS on desktops and servers. Dell is also implementing a new framework (built by Altiris who was bought out by Symantec) which is called Dell Management Console. This is also free and can remotely update the BIOS, change and view BIOS settings, and even alter power settings.

Is there a way to update the BIOS remotely?

This is also free and can remotely update the BIOS, change and view BIOS settings, and even alter power settings. It can also be used to monitor and send notifications on all physical issues with your servers/workstations.

How to reduce workload with Dell BIOS?

If you, the administrator, need to use a USB or CD drive, you can easily enter the BIOS password when trying to use an alternative boot device. Finally, configuring your computers to automatically power on before the day starts will cut down on your workload.