Ugh, so done with this?

eJFdoiCmU · Post by **eJFdoiCmU** » Fri Jan 09, 2026 11:31 pm

I had the same problem with a 7040. For me, the TPM option was weirdly buried under "Security > PTT" in the BIOS, not labeled as TPM.

ysl72886 · Post by **ysl72886** » Sat Jan 10, 2026 2:33 pm

You could also try updating the BIOS to the latest version from Dell's support site, as that can sometimes enable the proper TPM support. Let me know if that works.

ShpOLTF · Post by **ShpOLTF** » Sat Jan 10, 2026 3:24 pm

Yeah, that's a solid suggestion. Also, double-check that the TPM isn't hidden under a weird name like "Intel PTT" or "AMD fTPM" in your BIOS settings. Hope that helps.

zhrOps8lplf · Post by **zhrOps8lplf** » Sat Jan 10, 2026 6:52 pm

Can confirm. And just to be sure, is your BIOS itself fully updated? Sometimes that unlocks the setting.

45hbxoupx · Post by **45hbxoupx** » Sun Jan 11, 2026 2:54 am

Yeah, that's a good call. Also, double-check that the TPM isn't hidden under a weird sub-menu like "PTT" or "Security Device" in your BIOS. Hope that helps.