HP Envy Boot from USB Setup Steps: A Complete Guide
- 1. Prepare Your USB Drive
- 2. Enter BIOS Settings
- 3. Select Boot Options
- 4. Boot from USB
- 5. Troubleshooting Common Issues
1. Prepare Your USB Drive
Before you can boot from a USB on your HP Envy laptop, you need to prepare your USB drive. First, make sure the USB drive is formatted correctly and contains a bootable operating system or utility. You can use tools like Rufus or the Windows Media Creation Tool to create a bootable USB drive. Simply insert the USB drive into your computer and follow the prompts to create a bootable installation disk.
2. Enter BIOS Settings
Once your USB drive is ready, the next step is to access the BIOS settings on your HP Envy laptop. To do this, restart your laptop and immediately press the ESC key multiple times (usually 3-4 times) before the HP logo appears. This will bring you to the Startup Menu. From here, press the F10 key to enter the BIOS settings.
3. Select Boot Options
Within the BIOS menu, navigate to the Boot Options tab using the arrow keys. Here, you will see a list of available boot devices. Ensure that your USB drive is listed as the first boot device. If it’s not, select your USB drive and move it to the top of the boot order list. This ensures that your computer will try to boot from the USB first before other devices.
4. Boot from USB
After setting the USB drive as the primary boot device, save the changes and exit the BIOS. Your HP Envy laptop will now restart, and it should boot directly from the USB drive. You can now follow the on-screen instructions to install or troubleshoot the operating system, depending on the contents of the USB drive.
5. Troubleshooting Common Issues
Sometimes, things don’t go as planned. If your HP Envy doesn't boot from USB, ensure that the USB drive is correctly formatted and bootable. If necessary, check the BIOS settings again to confirm the USB is prioritized. You may also want to try using a different USB port or USB drive. For persistent issues, it might be worth updating your BIOS version or checking the HP support page for further guidance.
