diff --git a/config.sample.yaml b/config.sample.yaml
index 58ac3a13dc9..bc4948e60cf 100644
--- a/config.sample.yaml
+++ b/config.sample.yaml
@@ -15,9 +15,10 @@ bootstrap_cluster_name: ""
 
 # (Required: Talos) Talos Specific Options
 bootstrap_talos:
-  # (Required: Talos) If you need any additional System Extensions, and/or add kernel arguments generate a schematic ID.
-  #   Go to https://factory.talos.dev/ and choose the System Extensions, and/or add kernel arguments.
-  schematic_id: ""
+  # (Optional: Talos) Go to https://factory.talos.dev/ and choose any System Extensions, and/or add kernel arguments you need.
+  #   Copy the generated schematic id and paste it below.
+  #   IMPORTANT: The default ID given here means no System Extensions or Kernel args will be used.
+  schematic_id: "376567988ad370138ad8b2698212367b8edcb69b5fd68c80be1f2ec7d603b4ba"
   # (Optional: Talos) Add vlan tag to network master device, this is not needed if you tag ports on your switch with the VLAN
   #   See: https://www.talos.dev/latest/advanced/advanced-networking/#vlans
   vlan: ""