System Boots to Error Message "Boot Guard verified DXE that is fail"

Symptom

After performing a BIOS update and rebooting, you may receive the following error message when your system boots:

Solution

Method One

Updating the latest BIOS version on the computer or running the BIOS recovery software will help resolve this issue.

Note: To learn more about updating the BIOS on a Dell computer, see the Dell knowledgebase article Dell BIOS Updates.

To restart the system so you can download and install the latest BIOS:

1. Power off the system

2. Turn the system back on and start tapping on the F10 key as the system boots up. The system should boot fully into Windows

3. Browse to the Dell Drivers & Downloads page:

   • Support Site Drivers Page

4. Ensure you have the correct System Type

5. Select the Operating System

6. Under Category, select BIOS

7. Locate the latest System BIOS

8. Click Download and save the file to your computer

9. Open File Explorer and browse to the location where the downloaded file is saved

10. Double-click the BIOS setup file and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process

Method Two

1. Run the BIOS recovery (as applicable to your model of PC)

   • Go to BIOS Recovery options on a Dell PC or Tablet for more information and how to perform a BIOS recovery

2. Additionally, you may try to reset the RTC battery (CMOS battery)

   • Please refer to your system manual to confirm if this is possible for your PC