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lego77 -  

Hello,

I would like to program my Acer laptop to boot from a CD. The problem, in the BIOS, is that it’s impossible for me to use the arrow keys, either to move up or down; horizontally, it works.

What is the problem... Thank you for your attention


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  1.  fabul Moderator

    Hello,

    I think it’s because you’re not handling it the right way.

    To boot from a CD, USB key, external SSD, etc. once (which is usually what you want), it’s better to use the Boot Menu that is built-in but independent of the BIOS; it’s a different key.

    A typical Acer laptop uses F12

    The Boot Menu allows you to start from the bootable devices of your choice without having to search further in the BIOS.

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    1. lego77 Author

      It is impossible for me to access the Boot Menu, whether I press F12, F11, or Escape

      I always end up on my desktop

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      1. fabul Moderator

        We can search Google for "[Brand Model] Boot Menu Key"

        The Escape or Delete keys can also be candidates,

        Or a combination of Alt + F1 to F12 in rare cases, perhaps on Acer.

        If you give us the exact model of the PC, we could help further.

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        1. flo88 Contributor

          Hello

          To try: With an external USB keyboard

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          2. lego77 Author

            Hello

            the ALT + F12 function worked

            Thank you very much for your help, always very appreciated.

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            1. fabul Moderator

              Hello,

              Okay, note from memory for the future that Boot Menu = Alt+F12

              (It's a bit bothersome for something that should be as simple as possible)

              If you have any other questions or issues, don't hesitate to come back.

              Have a nice day.

              @+

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