If you must change the boot order for whatever reason, you will need to perform this task from the motherboard’s UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface). If you want to change the operating system boot order in a dual-boot system, you can change the default settings from System Configuration (msconfig). This guide will teach you the different ways to change the boot order on Windows 11.
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Change UEFI boot order on Windows 11
To change the UEFI (BIOS) boot order on Windows 11, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, the computer will start in sequence, beginning with the specified device. If no bootable information is found in the device, the system will check for the boot information in the remaining options.
Usually, you will have to change the boot order to start the device from a USB flash drive to install Windows 11. However, since this process can delay the startup, it’s recommended to revert the changes to the drive that stores the operating system files.
Change boot order without entering UEFI on Windows 11
Alternatively, if you need to boot from another device, such as a USB flash drive, but only one time, you can change the boot order without entering the UEFI (BIOS). To change the boot order without entering the UEFI (BIOS), use these steps: After you complete the steps, the computer will boot from the specified option.
You may need to check your manufacturer support page for more specific details on accessing this menu if supported.
Change boot loader order on Windows 11
If you want to change the order for the boot loader in a dual-boot system, you can change this setting from within Windows 11 without entering the BIOS.
Desktop method
To change the boot loader order on a Windows dual-boot system, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, the boot order in the dual-boot system will change to the configuration you specified.
Windows Recovery method
To change the boot loader order from WinRE on Windows 11, use these steps: After you complete the steps, you can return to the main menu, select the operating system, and in the next reboot, the boot menu will show the new order.
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