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Summary: This article provides step-by-step instructions on how to access the UEFI or BIOS from Microsoft Windows on a Dell computer.
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The Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8.1, or Windows 8 operating systems allows you to boot into UEFI BIOS on supported Dell computers. You can use the integrated advanced startup options.
NOTE: Some Dell computers may not support this feature because the UEFI and SATA settings cannot be changed in the BIOS.
How to access the UEFI or BIOS without booting into Microsoft Windows
- Turn on the computer.
- At the Dell logo, tap the F2 key several times.
How to boot into UEFI or BIOS from Windows 11 or Windows 10
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- Click Start and then select Settings.
- Click Update & Security.
- On the left side, click Recovery.
- Under Advanced start-up, click Restart Now.
- Click Troubleshoot.
- Click Advanced options.
- Select UEFI Firmware Settings.
- Click Restart to restart the computer and enter UEFI. (BIOS)
Note: If your operating system has become corrupted, you cannot go further than the Windows sign in screen. However, there is still an opportunity to enter the Advanced Options from the sign-in screen.
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Boot to the sign-in screen.
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Click the Power button on the sign-in screen.
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Press and hold down the Shift key and click Restart.
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Select UEFI Firmware Settings.
How to boot into UEFI or BIOS from Windows 8.1 or Windows 8
NOTE: The instructions in this section apply to Dell computers with Windows 8.1 or Windows 8. Dell computers upgraded to Windows 8.1 or Windows 8 after purchase may not have some of the following settings. For example, upgrading from Windows 7 to Windows 8 or 8.1. If the computer does not support UEFI, learn: How to boot into UEFI or BIOS without booting into Microsoft Windows.
- Go to PC Settings, press the Windows + I key.
- On the left side, select General.
- Under the Advanced startup section, click Restart now.
- The computer reboots into the advanced startup menu.
- Click Troubleshoot.
- Click Advanced options.
- Select UEFI Firmware Settings.
- Click Restart to restart the computer and enter UEFI (BIOS).
How to boot into UEFI or BIOS from Windows 7
- Turn on the computer.
- At the Dell logo, tap the F2 key several times.
Additional Information
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Affected Product
Alienware, Inspiron, Legacy Desktop Models, OptiPlex, Vostro, XPS, G Series, G Series, Alienware, Inspiron, Latitude, Vostro, XPS, Legacy Laptop Models, Fixed Workstations, Mobile Workstations
Last Published Date
16 Apr 2024
Version
13
Article Type
How To
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