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Most newer motherboards come with TPM 2.0 support built into the firmware as an fTPM (firmware TPM). This means you generally don’t need a separate TPM module.
A TPM header on the motherboard is for adding a physical TPM module if the board lacks firmware TPM or if you prefer hardware-based TPM. Most users don't need to purchase these modules, as fTPM suffices for Windows 11.
A TPM header on the motherboard is for adding a physical TPM module if the board lacks firmware TPM or if you prefer hardware-based TPM. Most users don't need to purchase these modules, as fTPM suffices for Windows 11.
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