VAN9003 or a message stating "This version of Vanguard requires Secure Boot," your specific system now requires it to be enabled. Why is Riot Requiring This? Vanguard is a "kernel-level" anti-cheat. For it to be effective, it needs to ensure that your operating system hasn't been tampered with before it even starts up. Secure Boot ensures that only "trusted" software (like Windows) can boot up. TPM 2.0 (Trusted Platform Module) acts as a secure "vault" for sensitive data and hardware identification. YouTube +2 How to Check Your Current Status Before diving into your BIOS, check if these features are already active: 11 sites How to Fix Valorant Secure Boot and TPM 2.0 Error Nov 26, 2023 —
On a standard Windows 10 installation, Valorant does not strictly require Secure Boot to be enabled. Unlike Windows 11, which mandates TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot for the operating system itself to function properly with Riot’s Vanguard, Windows 10 remains more flexible.
If you aren't sure whether Secure Boot is currently active on your Windows 10 PC, follow these steps: