MSI MS-9A08 User Manual

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BIOS SETUP

Trusted Computing

TCG/TPM Support

This setting controls the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) designed by the

Trusted Computing Group (TCG). TPMs are special-purpose integrated cir-

cuits (ICs) built into a variety of platforms to enable strong user authentica-

tion and machine attestation -- ssential to prevent inappropriate access to

confidential and sensitive information and to protect against compromised

networks.

Execute TPM Command

TPM commands are managed through a child node of the TPM Management

console named Command Management. To block or allow a TPM command

is a task that local administrators can perform during the setup or re-configu-

ration of a TPM-equipped computer.

TPM Enable/Disable Status

This setting displays the TPM enable/disable status. Read only.

TPM Owner Status

This setting shows the TPM ownership. Read only.

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