How to Configure BIOS/UEFI Settings - Complete Beginner’s Guide

Question: How do I configure BIOS or UEFI for VMs?

Answer: Configure in VM settings


How to Change BIOS Type

Step 1: Edit VM

  1. Select VM → Options
  2. Find BIOS
  3. Select: SeaBIOS or OVMF (UEFI)

Step 2: Using CLI

# SeaBIOS (default)
qm set 100 --bios seabios
 
# UEFI
qm set 100 --bios ovmf

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