Reset system to factory defaults

This feature allows you to initialize the UEFI BIOS to the factory default state, including all UEFI BIOS settings and internal data. It helps you wipe user data in case that you want to dispose of or reuse your computer.

Note: If you permanently disable Intel AMT control and Absolute Persistence(R) Module in UEFI BIOS, you can not reset even if you reset the system to factory default.

How to reset system to factory default

Restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1 to enter the UEFI BIOS menu.
Select Security > Reset System to Factory Defaults and press Enter.
A series of warning windows might pop up. Your might be required to do the following before resetting the system to factory default.
1. Deactivate the Absolute Persistence Module.
2. Remove the NVMe password if your have set one.
For computer model with RAID settings, a window pops up to remind you of data damage.
If you select Yes, a window pops up to confirm your current operation.
If you select Yes, a windows pops up. Enter your supervisor password, system management password or power-on password.
Then, your computer will restart immediately. It take several minutes to complete the initialization.
Note: This initialization process may require the screen to be blank. This is normal and you should not interrupt the process.