How to Boot a Lenovo Laptop from USB
Booting a Lenovo laptop from a USB drive can be a useful troubleshooting step to repair or install an operating system. Here's a step-by-step guide:
- Insert the USB Drive: Connect the bootable USB drive to a powered-on Lenovo laptop.
- Access the BIOS: Restart the laptop and repeatedly press Fn or F1 (on some models) during the startup process.
- Navigate to the Boot Menu: Once in the BIOS, use the arrow keys to navigate to the Boot tab.
- Set Boot Priority: Use the +/- keys to move the USB drive to the top of the boot order list. This will ensure the laptop boots from the USB drive first.
- Save and Exit: Press F10 (on most models) to save the changes and exit the BIOS.
- Boot from USB: The laptop will now restart and boot from the USB drive.
Related Questions:
- How do I create a bootable USB drive? You can use tools like Rufus or Etcher to create a bootable USB drive.
- What is the boot order in the BIOS? The boot order determines the sequence in which devices are checked for boot options.
- Why is my laptop not booting from the USB drive? Ensure that the USB drive is bootable, properly inserted, and set as the first boot option in the BIOS.
- How do I exit the BIOS without saving changes? Press Esc or look for an option labeled "Discard Changes and Exit" in the BIOS menu.
- How can I reset the BIOS settings to default? Look for an option called "Restore Default Settings" or "Load Default Settings" in the BIOS menu.
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