diff --git a/meson_options.txt b/meson_options.txt
index bdbec09..e9eecff 100644
--- a/meson_options.txt
+++ b/meson_options.txt
@@ -30,6 +30,11 @@
     description: 'Firmware update via USB.',
 )
 
+option(
+    'side-switch-on-boot', type: 'feature', value: 'enabled',
+    description: 'Automatic flash side switch on boot',
+)
+
 # Variables
 option(
     'active-bmc-max-allowed', type: 'integer',