HP Laptop Boot Menu Guide - Key to Access and Change Boot Order (2023)

Do you have an HP laptop and want to know everything about the HP Start menu, for example, on an HP laptop? all these questions are answered hereThe Complete Guide to the HP Laptop Start Menu.

what is initialize

Initialization is a process of setting up the equipment. It can be started by hardware by pressing a button or by a software command. After a computer is turned on, the device's central processing unit does not have any software in its main memory, so a process must be installed for it to load. This is done by the hardware in the CPU or a separate processor in the system.

What is the boot menu?

The boot menu is a menu that you have access to before entering the operating system. Every time you turn on your computer, you can choose whether or not to access the Start menu. You can physically load another operating system like Windows 10 by going to the Start menu and making changes.

What is boot order?

Right from the start, when the computer is turned on, the basic I/O system starts checking a predefined list of drives and devices that can contain an operating system such as Windows. The computer can start an operating system using a floppy drive, a hard drive, a CD or DVD, a USB flash drive, or a network. The procedure in which devices are checked is organized by the Basic Input Output System (BIOS).

HP Boot Order Types

There are two types of boot order and they are as follows:

legacy boot order: Legacy Boot is the BIOS firmware boot process and contains a list of bootable storage devices such as SSDs, hard drives, and floppy drives. You can set the order of priority. The BIOS performs a power-on self-test when you turn on your computer. The internal speaker emits a single beep to indicate a normal startup. The code is used to identify the problem and provide further assistance.

The firmware loads the first section of each destination saved in memory after completing the POST procedure. The file is then searched for a valid Master Boot Record (MBR). The firmware runs the bootloader to select a partition to boot if it finds a valid MBR. If none are found, the firmware moves to the next device.

UEFI Boot Order: Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) is used on most newer motherboards. UEFI has many advantages over BIOS. It is easy to use and has the most important advantage of all. The Graphical User Interface (GUI) BIOS provides a blue screen with many options. The default BIOS does not recognize large storage drives. UEFI is a great alternative and can recognize large storage drives.

The normal BIOS uses the keyboard to select options. UEFI allows you to control the interface with your mouse. Secure Boot is also available in UEFI. Prevents unsigned drivers from being loaded and protects against malware. Some UEFI equipped computers also allow the user to enable Legacy BIOS Compatibility Mode.

UEFI boot uses UEFI firmware. It maintains a list of bootable volumes known as EFI service partitions. The UEFI firmware checks each bootable storage device attached to the system during the boot self-test and verifies that all hardware is working properly. To find an EFI partition to boot after firmware, check the GPT.

legacy vs. UEFI Boot Order: Which is Best for HP Laptops?

UEFI uses URFI firmware that maintains a list of valid boot volumes called EFI service partitions. This is used for the initialization process.

Legacy boot uses the BIOS firmware to initiate the boot process. Another difference between UEFI and Legacy Boot is that UEFI is more secure and efficient than Legacy Boot.

The main difference between UEFI (or Legacy Boot) is that UEFI, the newer method of booting a computer, is meant to replace the BIOS. Legacy boot is the process used to boot the laptop with the BIOS firmware. In short, UEFI is the successor to BIOS.

What is the default boot order?

Your computer's default boot order settings are preconfigured at the factory. The default boot order determines what the system boots first.
1. UEFI Boot Order
2. OS Boot Manager
3. USB floppy disk to USB key/hard disk
4. USB CD/DVD-ROM drive
5. Network adapter
6. Legacy Boot Order
7. OS Boot Manager
8. Portable hard drive
9. USB floppy disk to USB key/hard disk
10. USB CD/DVD-ROM drive
11. USB network adapter
12. Network adapter

To boot from a USB stick, DVD, or CD-ROM, the boot files must be installed on the PC or the system can redirect and load what is already on the PC.
An "OS not found" error message may appear when connecting a USB flash drive, floppy disk, or optical drive to a laptop or computer that does not have an operating system. If this error occurs, remove the disk and restart your computer.

HP Start menu button

Access to the HP Start menu is required when installing a new operating system such as Windows 10 or recovering data from a damaged internal hard drive. It helps the user to choose which device to use for booting: CD, DVD, USB, flash drive, hard drive or network.

Observation:Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) and Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) are two common types of firmware used to perform hardware configurations during computer startup.

• Common HP boot menu keys are Esc and F9. The key to accessing the HP notebook Start menu on most models is theEscKey.
• The HP BIOS keys used are Esc, F10, and F1.

What are the HP boot options?

The Start menu on an HP laptop and an HP desktop is slightly different.

HP Desktop Start Menu

1. System Information (F1) – Displays basic information about your system, including the manufacturer, product name, SKU number, serial number, BIOS revision and date, processor type, and more.
2. System Diagnostics (F2) - Includes many tests that check for hardware failures. These HP hardware diagnostic tools help you test key system components, even if you don't have access to the operating system.
3. Boot Device Option (F9): This menu provides the UEFI Boot Source and Legacy Boot Sources. This gives you the opportunity to choose.
4. BIOS Setup – You can exit UEFI and enter BIOS setup by selecting this option. There are five options you can use to change your system's BIOS settings.
5. System Restore (F11): This function allows you to restore all system settings and set the system to factory mode. This might help you find the solution to some tough issues like inaccessible start menu.
6. Network Boot (F12): This option allows you to boot directly from the available network drive.
If you want to continue booting from the HP desktop, press ENTER.

HP-Laptop-Start Menu

The Start menu options available on the HP notebook are:
1. System Information (F1)
2. System Diagnosis (F2)
3. Boot Device Options (F9)
4. BIOS Setup (F10)
5. System Restore (F11)
The only difference between the HP Desktop Start Menu and the HP Notebook Start Menu is the network boot.

How to Access the Start Menu on an HP Laptop

The order of boot devices (boot menu order) is available. You can configure them on the Advanced tab in the BIOS setup menu. The steps differ from model to model.
Below are the steps to configure the boot order on most systems.

1. Turn on or restart your computer.
2. While the screen is blank, press the F10 key (you may see the message "PressF10to enter no BIOS" ) to goBIOS setup menu.
   Observation:BIOS setup can be accessed by pressing the f6 key or the f2 key on some laptops/computers.
3. After entering the BIOS, go toStart menu optionsostartup settings.
   
4. For laptops: Navigate tostoretab and selectboot options.
5. For desktop computers: Navigate tosystem configurationtab and then selectinitial order.
   Use: It depends on the model of laptop or motherboard where the boot option is located. You can usually find it under the System Configuration tab, or there may also be a Boot Options tab. If you're having trouble finding the launch option, try googling "Open laptop or motherboard model name + boot options in BIOSB. "HP 15s-fq2535TU Open Boot Options in BIOS" y se obtuvo mediante Google.
6. Follow the steps on the screen to change it.Boot device order.
   

How to Change the Boot Order on an HP Laptop

You must change the order of boot devices in BIOS setup to boot from another drive/system. Changing the boot order is very important, especially if you want toInstall Windows 10 on an HP Laptop from USBpen drive, but you mustCreate a bootable Windows 10 USBflash drive, so you can only install it after changing the boot order to the USB flash drive as the first boot. Below are all the methods to change the boot order on an HP laptop.

Method 1:hold onI like the changemirestart.

1. Press the buttonI like the changeand hold it.
2. ClickStart -> click Power -> click Restart.
3. This will open theadvanced boot option. click onTroubleshooting -> Advanced Option -> UEFI Firmware Settings -> Reboot.

Method 2:Use the Windows 10 Settings app

1. ClickTecla Windows+Ito open Windows settings.
2. Chooseupdates and security(If you can't find it, go back to settings there and you'll fund it below.)
3. Switch toRestorationin the left sidebar.
4. Click noRestart nowbutton below advanced startup.

Method 3:open command prompt

1. ClickWindows+Sto open Windows search.
2. Log incmd, right-click Command Prompt, and then clickSelect Run as administrator.
3. Enterdeleted.exe/r/oand then Enter.

Method 4:Force Windows to start in Advanced Startup Options.

1. Reboot your system.
2. Hold down the power button until you see the Windows logo.
3. Repeat the same steps 2-4 times.
Thank you for reading. I hope this helps, and if you have any questions, please leave them in the comments.