How to Enter the BIOS or UEFI from Windows 11
With no guessing which key to press during startup, using the recovery menu.
If Windows starts up normally, there's a more reliable way to enter the BIOS/UEFI than guessing which key to press during startup.
- Settings → System → Recovery.
- "Restart now" next to "Advanced startup".
- After restarting: "Troubleshoot" → "Advanced options" → "UEFI Firmware Settings" → "Restart".
This route is more reliable than pressing F2/Delete during startup, especially on machines with very fast boot where it's hard to get the exact timing right for pressing the key.
Tip: if Windows doesn't start up at all, this route isn't available — in that case, the physical key during startup (F2, Delete, or whatever your manufacturer indicates) remains the only path.
Frequently asked questions
Does this route work if Windows doesn't start up?
No, it requires Windows to load normally. If it doesn't start up, you'll need your machine's physical key (F2, Delete, or another depending on the manufacturer) during power-on.
Why is it more reliable than the physical key?
Because it doesn't depend on getting the exact timing right during a fast boot — the machine restarts directly into the BIOS/UEFI with no time window to miss.