Installing Critadel for Windows: A Step-by-Step Guide

The PBA Software you downloaded and installed comes with a temporary evaluation license. To ensure proper operation of your Citadel SSD, please refer to the user manual located at the top of this page for instructions on how to operate and manage your pre-boot authentication.

Upon installation, it is crucial that you immediately change the Administrator password to maintain operational security. A dialog box may appear warning you that disabling Secure Boot will reduce system security. To disable Secure Boot, navigate to 'Secure Boot > Secure Boot Enable' and uncheck the box next to the 'Secure Boot' option.

Additionally, if your Dell computer has an upgraded video card, ensure it is set to Auto by navigating to 'Video > Primary Display'. Furthermore, if your system supports CPUs with high core counts, such as a server, you may need to enable X2Apic Mode in the processor settings section. Change the SATA Operation setting to AHCI by navigating to 'System Configuration > SATA Operation'.

If your hard drive has OPAL SID authentication capabilities, make sure to enable it. Finally, set the UEFI Boot Path Security option to Never by navigating to 'General > UEFI Boot Path Security'. To access the UEFI settings, you may need to press F2 or F12 when starting your computer.

After completing these steps, you can re-enable Secure Boot if needed. It is essential to note that Citadel SSD does support Secure Boot, but only after activation. By following these guidelines, you can ensure your Dell computer's UEFI settings are properly configured for optimal performance and security.

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