HP Configuring in the System BIOS

What is the boot order?

When the computer starts, the system BIOS begins to check a pre-determined list of drives and devices that may contain an operating system such as Windows. The computer can boot an operating system from a hard drive, floppy drive, CD or DVD optical drive, USB storage device, or a network. The order in which the devices are checked is configurable through the BIOS setup menu.

What is the default boot order?
The default boot order for HP notebook PCs is listed below.

Floppy disk drive
Optical drive (DVD, CD-ROM)
Hard drive
USB device
Network adapter

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An operating system not found error message may appear if a floppy disk or an optical disk is inserted into a computer that does not contain an operating system. If this error occurs, remove the disk and restart the computer.

If you have installed a second hard drive and the computer does not boot, please select the hard drive which contains the operating system as first boot device in the hard drive group.

Configuring the boot order

The boot order can be configured on the Advanced tab in the BIOS settings menu. The steps for modifying the boot order may vary depending on the model of the computer.

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Follow the steps below to configure the boot order on most computers.

Turn on or restart the computer.
While the display is blank, press the f10 key to enter the BIOS settings menu.
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The BIOS settings menu is accessible by pressing the f2 or the f6 key on some computers.
Select the Advanced tab using the right and left arrow keys.br>
Use the up and down arrow keys to select Boot Order.
Follow the on-screen instructions to change the boot order.

Reset the boot order to the default settings

To reset the boot order to the default settings, follow the steps below.

Turn on or restart the computer.
While the display is blank, press the f10 key to enter the BIOS settings menu.
Press the f9 key to reset the BIOS to the default settings.
Press the f10 key to save the changes and exit the BIOS settings menu.

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BIOS configurations may vary. Go to the HP Drivers and Downloads page. The BIOS settings are generally listed in the Maintenance and Service Guide.

HP Notebook PCs - Boot Device Options (F9)

To access the Boot Device Options window, turn on the computer and immediately press the esc key to display the Startup Menu, and then press the F9 key.

This window presents the standard choices available in your BIOS for determining how your computer will attempt to boot the operating system on its next restart. Using the F9 option does not permanently change the way in which your computer attempts to start. It will only apply to the current startup process. For information about permanently altering your computer's boot order, please refer to HP Notebook PCs - BIOS Setup (F10).

HP Boot Menu Key Windows 7

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When HP computer crashed or stuck on startup screen, the Microsoft recommended solution is to start up from safe mode. However, as some functions are shielded, the computer may not work properly. Start HP laptop from USB can be the best alternative way as it is able to fix a lot of Windows bugs. This post has rounded up 2 easy options to boot from flash drive on HP 2000, Mini, Envy with detailed steps.

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Part 1: HP Boot Menu BIOS Entry Key Table
Part 2: Boot HP Computer from CD Via Boot Option Menu
Part 3: HP BIOS Boot from USB with BIOS Entry Key

Part 1: HP Boot Menu BIOS Entry Key Table

Type	Model	Boot Menu	BIOS Key
Desktop	Pavilion Media Center a1477c, Pavilion 23 All In One	Esc	F10
Desktop	Pavilion Elite e9000, e9120y, e9150t, e9220y, e9280t	Esc, F9	F10
Desktop	Pavilion HPE PC, h8-1287c, Pavilion PC, p6 2317c, Pavilion PC, p7 1297cb	Esc	Esc
Laptop	2000	Esc	Esc
Notebook	ENVY x2, m4, m4-1015dx, m4-1115dx, sleekbook m6, m6-1105dx, m6-1205dx,	Esc	Esc
Notebook	Envy, dv6 and dv7 PC, dv9700, Spectre 14, Spectre 13	Esc	Esc
Notebook	Probook 4520s, 4525s, 4540s, 4545s, 5220m, 5310m, 5330m, 5660b, 5670b	Esc	F10
Tower	Pavilion a410n	Esc	F1

Part 2: Boot HP Computer from CD Via Boot Option Menu

Insert USB flash drive to computer and restart the computer. when Vender logo appears, press Boot Menu Key (F9) to enter Boot Option Menu

Use the up or down arrow key to select the USB flash drive, and then press Enter. If you failed to enter Boot Menu, reboot and try again.

Part 3: HP BIOS Boot from USB with BIOS Entry Key

To boot from USB on HP BIOS, turn on computer and press BIOS Entry Key repeatedly until BIOS Setup Screen appears. Press F10 to enter HP BIOS

When BIOS setup screen appears, you’ll see 5 options in the interface. Move from item “Main” to “Boot”.

Use +/- key to move Removable Devices item to the first and press F10 to save the settings and exit.

By far, we’ve shown you how to boot HP laptop from USB drive clearly. Just select the right BIOS key from the table below and start up your stuck or freezing HP computer quickly. Any further questions or suggestions are warmly welcomed!