Revolutionize Your LG Gram: How to Boot from USB in Minutes

Booting a laptop from a USB drive can be a convenient way to install a new operating system, troubleshoot hardware issues, or recover lost data. This guide will provide you with step-by-step instructions on how to boot your LG Gram laptop from a USB drive.

Preparations

Before proceeding, ensure you have the following:

• A USB flash drive with at least 4GB of storage space
• An ISO image of the operating system or software you want to boot
• A USB burning tool (e.g., Rufus, Etcher)

Creating a Bootable USB Drive

1. Download and install a USB burning tool.
2. Insert the USB drive into your computer.
3. Run the USB burning tool and select the ISO image you want to burn.
4. Select the USB drive as the destination.
5. Click “Burn” to create the bootable USB drive.

Booting from the USB Drive

1. Power off your LG Gram.
2. Insert the bootable USB drive into a USB port.
3. Power on your laptop while pressing the F12 key repeatedly.
4. Select the USB drive from the boot menu.

BIOS Settings

If you cannot boot from the USB drive using the F12 key, you may need to change the BIOS settings:

1. Enter the BIOS by pressing F2 or Del during startup.
2. Navigate to the “Boot” tab.
3. Set the USB drive as the first boot device.
4. Save and exit the BIOS.

Troubleshooting

• Ensure the USB drive is bootable: Re-create the bootable USB drive using a different USB burning tool or ISO image.
• Check the USB port: Try using a different USB port on your laptop.
• Disable Secure Boot: In the BIOS settings, disable Secure Boot to allow booting from non-signed devices.
• Update the BIOS: Check the LG Gram website for BIOS updates that may improve boot functionality.

Advanced Options

• UEFI Boot: If your LG Gram supports UEFI, enable UEFI boot in the BIOS settings.
• Legacy Boot: If you are booting from an older operating system, enable legacy boot in the BIOS settings.
• Boot from PXE: If you have a network boot server, you can configure your laptop to boot from it.

Wrapping Up

Booting your LG Gram from a USB drive is a simple and effective way to perform various tasks. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can successfully boot from a USB drive and harness the full potential of your laptop.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why can’t I boot from the USB drive?

• Ensure the USB drive is bootable, the USB port is functional, and Secure Boot is disabled (if necessary).

Q: How do I change the boot order in the BIOS?

• Enter the BIOS settings and navigate to the “Boot” tab to set the USB drive as the first boot device.

Q: Can I boot from a USB drive that has multiple partitions?

• Yes, but the USB drive must be formatted with a bootable partition as the first partition.

Q: Can I boot from a USB drive that contains an operating system and data?

• Yes, but it is recommended to create a separate bootable USB drive for troubleshooting purposes.

Q: How do I exit the boot menu without booting from the USB drive?

• Press the Esc key to exit the boot menu and boot from the internal hard drive.