However, the Advanced tab is hidden by default, and you better unlock it first.

But the Advanced tab wont be available yet.

So to access theAdvancedsettings, pressF9to openBoot Managerwhile the equipment is booting up.

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Then pressCtrl+F1, and tap theF10key.

This time the BIOS setup Utility will open with the Advanced tab.

Now follow the instructions and get your Advanced BIOS setting.

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Take time to save it and thenrestartyour PC.

you’re able to also turn off the computer and turn it on after 10 seconds.

Enter BIOS controls

Press theEsckey repeatedly until the Startup menu opens.

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Meanwhile, when your rig boots up, pressF10to open theBIOS Setup Utility.

You will see theMain,Security,System Configuration, andExittab but noAdvancedtab.

Power Off/ reboot your setup

Power off or reboot your setup again, and this time pressF9.

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Itll take you to theBoot Manager.

Press F10 and Get the Advanced Tab

PressCTRL+F1when theBoot Managerpage comes, and then pressF10.

Itll take a second or two to open theBIOS Setup Utility.

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And this time, youll get anAdvancedtab on the right of theSystem Configuration.

Simply tap theEsckey continuously until you see the BIOS screen as the unit boots up.

But sometimes, for some major issues,PC wont boot to BIOS.

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If that happens to you, it can be solved with some quick fixes.

Give a read to the article if something similar happens.

Just restart the unit from theWindows Recoverysettings and again choose theRestartbutton in theUEFI Firmware configs.

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Then pressF10and hit theA keyimmediately.

You mustaccess Advanced Startup optionsto get to the UEFI Firmware controls.

What Can You Do in the Advanced BIOS parameters?

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You also might need to change the primary video adapter.

Below Ive provided everything that the Advanced BIOS offers.

Dont worry, though.

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How to Restore Default BIOS controls in HP?

When you restore the default BIOS parameters, all your modifications are undone.

Now every option will go back to the way it was.

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FAQs

What is advanced BIOS?

The advanced tab in the BIOS mainly allows the user to configure or modify the system even further.

Even you’ve got the option to change the memory profile to XMP.

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How to get to UEFI advanced mode?

To get to UEFI advanced mode, hit the Windows icon and selectSettings > Update & Security > Recovery.

Under the Advanced startup section, choose Restart Now.

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Then selectTroubleshoot > Advanced Options > UEFI Firmware controls, and then choose the Restart button.

Why arent your advanced options showing in HP BIOS?

If the Advanced controls tab is missing from HPs BIOS, press theFn+Tabthree times.

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Sometimes you wont find this Advanced tab in HP BIOS because the manufacturers locked it.

And they do it to save the computer because the wrong BIOS modification could damage the PC.

So, I wont recommend using them like many tech guys.

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