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How Do You Boot From A USB Device?

April 26, 2017boot Computers device operating SYSTEMS USB Windows

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How Do You Boot From A USB Device?

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Most computers are programmed to boot from the internal hard drive by default, but users can also change the boot order sequence to boot from another device, such as a USB device. To program your computer to boot from a USB device, access the BIOS Setup Utility to change the settings. BIOS stands for Basic Input Output Settings; The BIOS Setup Utility is firmware (software specifically installed and applied to hardware) that controls the motherboard settings. Changing the BIOS boot order setting is an easy job and takes only a few minutes. Turn on your computer. In the first few seconds of boot up, read the screen for any instructions that explain how to enter the BIOS Setup Utility. Most computers use the F2, F10, ESC or DEL key to begin the BIOS Setup. Look for a tab in the BIOS Setup Utility that is labeled “Boot Order,” “Boot Options” or “Boot.” Use your computer keyboard’s arrow keys to navigate to the tab. Look in the Boot list for one of the following, depending on your BIOS Set