Disable driver signature enforcement windows 7

Disable driver signature enforcement windows 7

This is an handy write-up especially installing "Unsigned Drivers" as Microsoft enforces a “Digital Signature Requirement” on all users of 64 bit version of Windows 7 and later. This comes handy when you needed it most after all the frustration dealing with it and run it flawlessly and away with your task.

Disabling method for Windows 7 64-bit:

Permanent method:

·         Go to Start Menu and go to "All Programs", then "Accessories", right click your mouse on "Command Prompt" and "Run as administrator", as shown below:-

1.  bcdedit.exe -set loadoptions DDISABLE_INTEGRITY_CHECKS

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1.  bcdedit.exe -set TESTSIGNING ON

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·         Type the above codes and press "Enter" after each command, as shown below:-

·         Reboot your PC/Laptop

·         Now Signing Enforcement is disable, in Test Mode as shown in the above imagery on the lower right-hand corner

·         To "Enable Driver Signature Enforcement" enter the following code:-

1.  bcdedit.exe -set loadoptions ENABLE_INTEGRITY_CHECKS

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1.  bcdedit.exe -set TESTSIGNING OFF

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Temporary method:

·         During booting your PC/Laptop, press "F8" key continuously to access the "Advanced Boot Options"

·         Use the "Down" arrow key to scroll down to “Disable Driver Signature Enforcement”

·         Press "Enter" to choose

·         It will automatically reboot disabling the enforcement accordingly, as shown below:-