Tutorial on Changing Boot Logo in Windows

Overview

• Demonstration on how to change the boot logo in Windows using an updated method that supports secure boot.
• The boot logo is changed via the boot Graphics Resource Tab (BGRT) in the UEFI firmware.
• The process involves using a program called HackBGRT, which has seen significant updates.

Prerequisite Steps

1. Disabling BitLocker:

   • Ensure BitLocker is disabled as its activation can cause boot issues when using HackBGRT.
   • BitLocker status can be managed from the Windows Start menu.

2. Downloading HackBGRT:

   • Download HackBGRT from GitHub.
   • The most current version as of the tutorial is 2.51.

Changing the Boot Logo

1. Preparation:

   • Have the desired boot logo ready, preferably crafted and edited using a program like Paint.NET.

2. Running HackBGRT:

   • Open the setup from the extracted HackBGRT folder.
   • Choose "Install" (option 'I') in the command prompt to begin the setup.
   • Use Paint to replace the default logo with your custom logo.
   • Save and proceed through the installation steps.

3. Secure Boot Configuration:

   • Post installation, for secure boot, enter BIOS and enable it.

4. Enroll Hash for Secure Boot:

   • On encountering a secure boot violation, enroll the hash of the HackBGRT executable to trusted keys.
   • Navigate through partitions, select the UEFI partition and enroll HackBGRT's executable hash.

BIOS Configuration

• Each BIOS may vary; consult specific motherboard instructions for engaging secure boot and enrolling the executable's hash.

Maintaining Secure Boot

• Enrolling only the hash ensures security is intact by only allowing this particular version of HackBGRT under secure boot.

Additional Options:

• Customization & Uninstallation:
  • The HackBGRT setup can uninstall the program or change the image without affecting secure boot once configured.
  • Keep the installer for any changes or removal in the future.

Considerations

• Animated boot logos are not supported by HackBGRT.
• Additional features and customizations are detailed on the GitHub documentation of HackBGRT.

Additional Resources

• For a deeper understanding and alternatives to Windows customization, explore other modification guides and tutorials available in the suggested playlist.

By following these steps, users can change their Windows boot logo safely and, if necessary, maintain secure boot functionality.