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17.1
TPM (Trusted Platform Module) Computing
Opens the submenu for enabling TPM and changing the TPM settings. If this setup
menu is available, the system board contains a security
and encryption chip (TPM
-
Trusted Platform Module) which complies with TCG specification 1.2. This chip allows
security-related data
(passwords, etc.) to be stored securely
.
The use of TPM is standardized
and is specified by the Trusted Computing Group (TCG).
17.1.1
TPM Support
Specifies whether the TPM (Trusted Platform Module) hardware is available. If the TPM is
disabled, the system behaves like any other
system without TPM hardware.
Disabled
Trusted Platform Module is not available.
Enabled
Trusted Platform Module is available.
17.1.2
TPM State
Specifies whether TPM (Trusted Platform Module) can be used by the operating system.
Disabled
Trusted Platform Module cannot be used.
Enabled
Trusted Platform Module can be used.
17.1.3
Pending TPM operation
Specifies a TPM operation which will be performed during the next boot process
.
None
No TPM operation will be performed.
Enable Take Ownership
The operating system can assume ownership of the TPM.
Disable Take Ownership
The operating system cannot assume ownership of the
TPM.
TPM Clear
TPM is reset to the factory setting. All keys in the TPM will be deleted.
