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The BIOS does not offer to boot from USB drive.

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Winstart Posted messages 3 Registration date   Status Member Last intervention   -  
 gekkho -
Hello, I have an ASUS X301A laptop. It comes with Windows 8, but I would like to switch to Windows 7. The problem is that it does not have a CD/DVD drive (13.3 inches). I have tried using a USB stick, but when I access the BIOS, I cannot boot from the USB stick. The computer only gives me the option to boot directly into Windows 8 (exactly what I don't want to do). If anyone has a solution, I would appreciate it. Maybe it's impossible on this model? Help please.

Some other information:
When I access the BIOS, I go to BOOT and here's what I'm offered:
Boot configuration
Fast boot (enabled)
Launch CSM (Disabled)
Driver option priorities
Boot option priorities
Boot option #1 (Windows Boot Manager (PO: Hitachi ...) (the other option offered is disabled, no possibility to switch to USB)
Add new boot option
Delete boot option

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    pistouri Posted messages 19011 Registration date   Status Contributor Last intervention   Ambassadeur 8 725
     
    Hello,

    You are on a UEFI BIOS

    the logic:
    Fast boot-->Disabled
    Launch CSM-->enabled

    you will need to check the Security tab to disable (disabled) secure boot if present

    F10 to save and exit.

    pistouri
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    1. Winstart Posted messages 3 Registration date   Status Member Last intervention   1
       
      Hello there, and thank you for responding to this topic. It works perfectly! You have solved my problem! Thanks again and have a good evening.
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    2. gekkho
       
      thank you, you’re saving me
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