How to Enable Secure Boot on MSI PC to Play Battlefield 6

Battlefield 6 asks to enable Secure Boot? How to enable secure boot on an MSI PC to play Battlefield 6? Dive into this post, learn how to enable and activate secure boot on MSI computers.

Overview:

Following the recent release of Battlefield 6, many MSI PC users encounter the "Secure Boot not enabled" error and seek a solution to enable Secure Boot and launch Battlefield 6 smoothly. In this guide, we explain why Secure Boot matters, the prerequisites, and how to enable it on MSI systems.

Why Does Battlefield 6 Require Secure Boot?

According to Steam, Battlefield 6 uses Secure Boot to ensure system integrity and prevent cheat software from running. Secure Boot is part of the UEFI firmware security features endorsed by Microsoft to protect Windows 11 systems (Microsoft Secure Boot overview). Enabling Secure Boot helps Battlefield 6 comply with anti-cheat protections, enhancing fairness and security. Many other AAA games and professional applications now demand Secure Boot for enhanced protection (Secure Boot Trends).

3 Prerequisites for Enabling Secure Boot

I am unable to enable Secure Boot. I don't know if I am posting this in the correct place. I am struggling to enable secure boot. I have check in Windows System Information, it says my boot mode is UEFI, but if I look in the boot menu I do not see any option to modify the security, e.g. to enable secure boot. - From MSI Forum

The "secure boot" feature allows EA-supported games to detect and remove malicious actors, thereby reducing cheating and improving the player experience. Before you can enable Secure Boot on MSI smoothly, you need to check the following prerequisites. Only when your MSI meets the conditions below:

• 1️⃣UEFI boot mode enabled: Secure Boot only works when your BIOS is set to UEFI mode, not Legacy or CSM. (In part 3, we'll show how to switch from Legacy to UEFI.)
• 2️⃣TPM 2.0 active: Trusted Platform Module 2.0 is required by Windows 11 and is integral for Secure Boot (Microsoft TPM).

• 3️⃣System disk uses GPT: Secure Boot requires a GPT partition style on your system drive, not MBR. Follow the steps to check if your Disk is GPT:

Search for and open Disk Management > Locate and right-click the target disk > Select Properties > Check the Partition style under the Volumes tab.

If your disk is MBR, you need to convert to GPT. Disk Management can do it, but it only supports data disks and asks you to delete all partitions on the target disk, which causes data loss. As an alternative, EaseUS Partition Master can convert a data disk or system disk from MBR to GPT without losing any data.

Quick steps to convert MBR to GPT to enable Secure Boot on an MSI computer or laptop:

• Launch EaseUS Partition Master and go to the "Disk Converter" section.
• Click "MBR to GPT," select the target disk, and click "Convert" to start the MBR to GPT conversion.

This is how to convert MBR to GPT with EaseUS Partition Master. Ensure the boot mode is set to UEFI, the disk partition style is GPT, and TPM2.0 is enabled. Then, proceed to the BIOS to enable Secure Boot on MSI PCs.

How to Enable Secure Boot on MSI PCs

Now, it's time to enable Secure Boot on your MSI. In this part, we offer a step-by-step guide on enabling Secure Boot on MSI.

1. Restart your PC: Click on the Start menu → Power → Restart.

2. Enter the BIOS Setup: As your PC restarts, repeatedly press the Delete key or F2 on some MSI models until you enter the BIOS interface. (See more about MSI BIOS keys.)

3. Switch to UEFI Boot Mode:

• Navigate to the Boot tab using the arrow keys.
• Find the option labeled Boot Mode or Boot List Option.
• Change the setting from Legacy or CSM to UEFI.

4. Enable Secure Boot:

• Go to the Security tab or sometimes under the Boot tab.
• Find Secure Boot and change its status to Enabled.

5. Save and Exit: Press F10 to save changes. Confirm and exit BIOS. The PC will restart.

Then, follow the steps to verify if the Secure Boot is successfully enabled on your MSI:

• After booting into Windows, press Win + R, type msinfo32, and hit Enter.
• In the System Information window, find Secure Boot State. It should say On.

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🔥Bonus Tip. How to fix "Battlefield 6 Secure Boot Not Enabled But It Is" on MSI

Some MSI users report that Secure Boot appears to be enabled, but Battlefield 6 still won't launch. In this case, you need to double-check the requirements of Battlefield 6. Ensure your PC meets all the requirements. Check more information about Battlefield 6 PC requirements. 

Conclusion

Secure Boot is a vital security requirement for Battlefield 6 and Windows 11. MSI PC users must ensure their system firmware is set to UEFI mode, TPM 2.0 is enabled, and the system disk uses GPT partitioning. By following the above steps and leveraging trusted tools like EaseUS Partition Master for partition conversion.

For MSI users struggling with Secure Boot, this guide offers a reliable path to get Battlefield 6 running smoothly and enjoy uninterrupted gameplay.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why does Battlefield need a Secure Boot?

Battlefield requires Secure Boot to be enabled, as it prevents cheat software from running during system startup. Secure Boot ensures that only trusted programs can run at the operating system kernel level, effectively preventing kernel-level cheating, malicious programs, and hardware spoofing. EA has enhanced its anti-cheat system through Secure Boot, making the game fairer.

2. What is a Secure Boot?

Secure Boot ensures that only trusted boot programs verified by digital signatures can run, preventing unauthorized software from loading during system startup, thereby fundamentally protecting the security of the operating system kernel and hardware layer. Players who have not enabled Secure Boot will be unable to run Battlefield 6, and the game will prompt them to enable this feature. While some players may be concerned about potential compatibility issues with Secure Boot, it is currently the foundational hardware-level measure for preventing cheating, significantly enhancing game security, and making anti-cheat systems harder to bypass.

3. Is enabling Secure Boot good or bad?

Enabling Secure Boot helps protect your computer's security by preventing viruses and cheat programs from running at startup and preventing attacks. However, it may cause some issues, such as software or operating systems without digital signatures (especially certain Linux distributions) may fail to boot properly, and it may restrict users from installing their preferred software or systems.

For most gamers and ordinary users, enabling Secure Boot enhances security, especially when playing games that require anti-cheat measures (such as Battlefield). However, if you prefer to customize your system or use specialized software, this may cause some inconvenience.