How to change the boot sequence in Bios
The purpose of this article is to explain how to change the boot order in the BIOS.
This is to allow, for example, to start the computer on a CD rather than on the hard disk.
Unfortunately, there are several manufacturers of BIOS and each has its way of presenting things :rolleyes2
To simplify the problem, Manufacturers changes their BIOS menus.
Unable to review all the existing BIOS, I will limit myself to 3 marks (AMI, Award and Phoenix) and 2 BIOS versions of each brand.
Notices to owners of laptops:
All laptops that I have seen have specific BIOS, I encourage you to read the entire subject and to adapt what you find on your computer. It is also true for some desktops (including Dell and Fujitsu-Siemens I think).
Important Notice to all:
I recall that randomly change settings in the BIOS may cause the crash of computer. So when in doubt, do not hesitate to ask, the forum is made for this!
Before entering the heart of the matter:
It is increasingly common to find BIOS that can choose when you start the device on which only start this time.
This has the enormous advantage of not having to go around in the BIOS then we want exceptional start to a CD for example.
That is how is this option:
http://adub115.free.fr/2bgal/img/Tut..._Boot_Menu.jpg
Just press F12 to access a menu that will ask to choose the device =>
http://adub115.free.fr/2bgal/img/Tut...nu_Details.jpg
We just have to select the desired device and then press ENTER.
I said, manufacturers like to stand out. So it will not always be the key example to access this feature. A sure to watch this first screen when you start the computer to see which key to use.
Those I met: F8, F10, F11, F12
Re: How to change the boot sequence in Bios
If this is the main page of your Bios:
http://adub115.free.fr/2bgal/img/Tut...ain_MS6580.jpg
Select Advanced BIOS Features and press ENTER, you get this:
http://adub115.free.fr/2bgal/img/Tut...ced_MS6580.jpg
Select Boot Device and press Select, you get in this section:
http://adub115.free.fr/2bgal/img/Tut...oot_MS6580.jpg
It'll just choose the desired order knowing that:
Quote:
Floppy disk =
IDE-0 = primary hard disk
CD / DVD = uh, CD / DVD :biggrin:
Once you have done the settings, go back to the main menu by pressing Esc and then save and exit the BIOS by pressing F10.
Re: How to change the boot sequence in Bios
If this is the main page of your Bios:
http://adub115.free.fr/2bgal/img/Tut...Twins_2.54.jpg
You move up the Boot tab using the arrows, you get this:
http://adub115.free.fr/2bgal/img/Tut...Twins_2.54.jpg
It'll just choose the desired order knowing that:
Quote:
Floppy disk =
HDD hard drive =
CD / DVD = uh, CD / DVD :biggrin:
You can make the choice by selecting the device specifically for each category:
- Hard Disk Drives: hard drives if you have several
- Removable Drives: the removable devices such drives and USB keys disquettes
- CD / DVD Drives: if you have a player and a recorder for example
Once you have done the settings, save and exit the BIOS by pressing F10.
Re: How to change the boot sequence in Bios
If this is the main page of your Bios:
http://adub115.free.fr/2bgal/img/Tut...Main_VA503.jpg
Select BIOS Features Setup and validate, you get this:
http://adub115.free.fr/2bgal/img/Tut...ures_VA503.jpg
Scroll to the Boot Sequence, and then scroll through the options with the + / - knowing that:
Quote:
A disk =
C = primary hard disk
CDROM = uh, CD / DVD :biggrin:
SCSI = bin if you know what you're not there :rolleyes:
Once completed, leave the section with ESC and exit the BIOS with F10.
Re: How to change the boot sequence in Bios
If this is the main page of your Bios:
http://adub115.free.fr/2bgal/img/Tut...d_Main_A7V.jpg
You move up the Boot tab using the arrows, you get this:
http://adub115.free.fr/2bgal/img/Tut...d_Boot_A7V.jpg
You can change the contents of each category:
Quote:
Removable Device = removable disks such as floppy drive and USB keys
Hard Drive = IDE Hard Drives
ATAPI CD-ROM: CD / DVD
Other Boot Device = as the rest networks
by dragging it and press Enter, the list will appear. Make Esc to return to the previous screen.
It'll just choose the order desired by moving classes using the + / -.
Save your changes and quit the BIOS by pressing F10.
Re: How to change the boot sequence in Bios
If this is the main page of your Bios:
http://adub115.free.fr/2bgal/img/Tut...Main_A7N8X.jpg
Select the Advanced tab using the arrows, you get this:
http://adub115.free.fr/2bgal/img/Tut...nced_A7N8X.jpg
Select Advanced BIOS Features, you get in this section:
http://adub115.free.fr/2bgal/img/Tut...ures_A7N8X.jpg
It'll just choose the desired order knowing that:
Quote:
Floppy disk =
HDD-0 = primary hard disk
CDROM = uh, CD / DVD :biggrin:
And that:
First Boot Device = first boot device
Second Boot Device = second boot device
Third Boot Device = then third wish :rolleyes:
Boot Device = Other tips for individuals and networks
Save and exit the BIOS with the F10 key.
Re: How to change the boot sequence in Bios
If this is the main page of your Bios:
http://adub115.free.fr/2bgal/img/Tut...Main_A8N-E.jpg
Select the Boot tab using the arrows, you get this:
http://adub115.free.fr/2bgal/img/Tut...Boot_A8N-E.jpg
Select Boot Device Priority and validate you get in this section:
http://adub115.free.fr/2bgal/img/Tut...ices_A8N-E.jpg
It'll just choose the desired order knowing that:
Quote:
Removable = Removable (floppy disk, USB key)
Hard Disk HDD =
CDROM = uh, CD / DVD :biggrin:
Press Esc to return to the previous screen, you can set more specific elements of each of the categories in its sub-heading.
This is useful if you have a DVD player and a CD for example or more hard drives :wink:
