A technician just finished building a new PC and needs to install a firmware update for the system board UEFI. The technician is experiencing issues while accessing the USB key. Which of the following features should the technician most likely disable in order to complete this task?
Correct Answer: D
When experiencing issues accessing a USB key for a firmware update, particularly in relation to system board UEFI updates, the Secure Boot feature should be considered. Secure Boot is a security standard designed to ensure that a computer boots using only software that is trusted by the PC manufacturer. If Secure Boot is enabled, it might prevent the system from recognizing or booting from the USB key if the firmware update or the USB drive is not recognized as a trusted source. Disabling Secure Boot temporarily can allow the firmware update to proceed.
References:
* CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101) Exam Objectives, specifically the sections on UEFI/BIOS settings and configurations, including the role and configuration of Secure Boot in system security.
* Understanding of UEFI/BIOS security features and their impact on system boot processes, particularly the function of Secure Boot in validating firmware and software integrity during the boot process.