Ugh, so done with this?

[MuZpqAdU]

Agreed, clearing the TPM is key. One extra tip: after you enable it in BIOS, make sure to save and exit completely, not just restart.

[eJFdoiCmU]

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]

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]

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]

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

[45hbxoupx]

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.

[F801a6qHY1f]

You could also try using a third-party tool like Rufus to create a Windows 11 installer that bypasses the TPM check.

[8PKbHj414fj0]

Yeah, that's a solid workaround. Just be aware that bypassing the check means your system won't be officially supported by Microsoft for updates or fixes.

[88951vCo]

This. You could also try using a third-party tool like Rufus to create an installation USB that bypasses the TPM check during setup.

[hntz324327]

+1 I had the same problem with an older Optiplex. For me, the TPM setting was buried under a weird "PTT" option in the security menu that I had to enable.