๐ป How to Boot from USB on a Maxcom mBook Laptop ๐ป
0๐ Want to boot your Maxcom mBook from a USB drive to install an operating system, troubleshoot, or run diagnostics? Here's how to configure your laptop to boot from a USB device.
Steps to Boot from USB on Maxcom mBook:
1. Prepare Your USB Drive
Ensure your USB drive is properly formatted and set up as bootable using tools like Rufus or similar software.
Verify the bootable files are correctly loaded onto the USB.
2. Turn Off the Laptop
Power off the Maxcom mBook completely.
3. Access the Boot Menu
Turn on the laptop and immediately press the F12 key repeatedly until the Boot Menu appears.
On some Maxcom models, the key may be Esc, F9, or another function key.
4. Select the USB Drive
In the Boot Menu, use the arrow keys to highlight the USB device listed.
Press Enter to select the USB as the boot source.
5. Alternative Method via BIOS
If the Boot Menu doesnโt appear, restart the laptop and press the F2 key (or Del) repeatedly to access the BIOS.
Navigate to the Boot tab using the arrow keys.
Set the USB drive as the first boot option by moving it to the top of the priority list.
Save changes by pressing F10 and confirming.
6. Boot from USB
Your Maxcom mBook will now boot from the USB if itโs correctly configured.
๐ก Tip:
If Secure Boot is enabled in the BIOS, disable it before attempting to boot from a USB drive, especially if using non-Windows operating systems.
๐ Note: Ensure the USB is properly inserted before turning on the laptop. If it doesnโt appear in the Boot Menu, try a different USB port.