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October 28th, 2020 21:00
m15 R3, cannot access one time boot menu
Hello there! I am currently trying to install Linux Manjaro. I have installed the iso file onto a USB. For some reason I am unable to boot Linux as I cannot currently find a way to see the Boot menu?
When I try to push F12 on startup, it brings up the BIOS, where there is a boot section, but in that boot section, there is no USB option. When I try to push F2 (which is the key said by the Alienware m15 manual to open the boot menu) it brings up BIOS settings. Does anyone know a way for me to access the boot menu so that I can boot into Linux?
Thanks in advance!
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mattyb3
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October 28th, 2020 22:00
Hello,
Did you format the USB to be bootable? The Microsoft Media Creation Tool does it for you but I'm not sure about Linux. If not, you'll have to use a program called RUFUS.
EDIT: I've never used one of the newer laptops so I'm not sure what the BIOS looks like. Are you able to post a screenshot of the Boot Menu?
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October 29th, 2020 06:00
Note, Dell Alienware do not support Linux on any Alienware models. All Linux discussion belongs on the Linux Forum board.
USB key drive = Removable Drive in boot options
It should be F12 to bring up the one time boot menu? From a powered off state, power on and tap F12 instead of pressing holding down the button.