To go into the BIOS (UEFI firmware) on a Windows 11 PC, you can either press a key during startup (like F2, Del, Esc, etc.) or use the built‑in “Advanced startup” options from within Windows.

Fast method from Windows 11

Use this if Windows still boots normally.

  1. Open Settings → System → Recovery.
  1. Under Advanced startup , click Restart now and confirm.
  1. After reboot you’ll see a blue menu. Go to:
    • Troubleshoot → Advanced options → UEFI Firmware Settings → Restart.
  1. Your PC will restart straight into the BIOS/UEFI setup screen.

This works on most modern Windows 11 PCs with UEFI and is easier than timing a key press.

Classic key‑press method at startup

Use this if Windows won’t start or you prefer the old way.

  • Completely shut down your PC.
  • Turn it on and immediately start tapping the BIOS key repeatedly until the setup screen appears.
  • Common keys by many manufacturers include:
* **Del** or **F2** – seen on many desktops, ASUS, MSI, Acer.
* **F2** or **F10** – HP, Dell, some Toshiba and Samsung models.
* **Esc** or **F1** – some Lenovo and older laptops.
  • Watch the first logo screen; it often shows a hint like “Press F2/Del to enter Setup”.

If you miss it and Windows starts loading, just restart and try again.

Using a command / shortcut

If you like shortcuts or have trouble pressing the key in time, you can trigger a special restart.

Command method

  1. Press Win + X → choose Windows Terminal / Command Prompt.
  1. Run this command and press Enter:
    • shutdown.exe /r /fw /t 0
  1. Your PC will restart directly into BIOS/UEFI on compatible systems.

Desktop shortcut (one‑click BIOS)

  1. Right‑click desktop → New → Shortcut.
  1. In location, paste: shutdown.exe /r /fw /t 0 and click Next.
  1. Name it like Access BIOS → Finish.
  1. Double‑click this whenever you want to reboot straight into BIOS.

If BIOS still won’t open

Community and forum posts often highlight a few extra tricks when the usual keys don’t work.

  • Try another keyboard (especially if using a 60% or wireless board, or one plugged through a hub).
  • Plug the keyboard directly into a rear USB port on the motherboard, not the front panel.
  • Start with the BIOS key held down before you press the power button, then keep holding until BIOS appears.
  • Double‑check in your manual or the manufacturer’s support page which exact key your model uses.

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