How do I enter BIOS boot menu?

In order to access BIOS on a Windows PC, you must press your BIOS key set by your manufacturer which could be F10, F2, F12, F1, or DEL. If your PC goes through its power on self-test startup too quickly, you can also enter BIOS through Windows 10’s advanced start menu recovery settings.

How do I boot into BIOS?

To access your BIOS, you’ll need to press a key during the boot-up process. This key is often displayed during the boot process with a message “Press F2 to access BIOS”, “Press to enter setup”, or something similar. Common keys you may need to press include Delete, F1, F2, and Escape.

How do you get into the BIOS in Windows 10?

F12 key method

  1. Turn the computer on.
  2. If you see an invitation to press the F12 key, do so.
  3. Boot options will appear along with the ability to enter Setup.
  4. Using the arrow key, scroll down and select .
  5. Press Enter.
  6. The Setup (BIOS) screen will appear.
  7. If this method does not work, repeat it, but hold F12.

How can I enter BIOS if F2 key is not working?

With Fast Boot enabled: You can’t press F2 to enter BIOS Setup.



  1. Go to Advanced > Boot > Boot Configuration.
  2. In the Boot Display Config pane: Enable POST Function Hotkeys Displayed. Enable Display F2 to Enter Setup.
  3. Press F10 to save and exit BIOS.

How do you restart the BIOS?

Method 2: Use Windows 10’s Advanced Start Menu

  1. Navigate to Settings.
  2. Click Update & Security.
  3. Select Recovery in the left pane.
  4. Click Restart now under the Advanced startup header. Your computer will reboot.
  5. Click Troubleshoot.
  6. Click Advanced options.
  7. Click UEFI Firmware Settings.
  8. Click Restart to confirm.

How do I boot into BIOS without rebooting?

However, since the BIOS is a pre-boot environment, you can’t access it directly from within Windows. On some older computers (or those deliberately set to boot slowly), you can hit a function key such as F1 or F2 at power-on to enter the BIOS.

How do I enable BIOS to boot from USB?

How to enable USB boot in BIOS settings

  1. In the BIOS settings, go to the ‘Boot’ tab.
  2. Select ‘Boot option #1”
  3. Press ENTER.
  4. Select your USB device.
  5. Press F10 to save and exit.

How do I get into UEFI without BIOS?

Type msinfo32 and press Enter to open the System Information screen. Select System Summary on the left-hand side pane. Scroll down on the right-hand side pane and look for the BIOS Mode option. Its value should either be UEFI or Legacy.

What key do I press for BIOS?

Common keys to enter the BIOS are F1, F2, F10, Delete, Esc, as well as key combinations like Ctrl + Alt + Esc or Ctrl + Alt + Delete, although those are more common on older machines. Also note that a key like F10 might actually launch something else, like the boot menu.

What is F12 boot menu?

If a Dell computer is unable to boot into the Operating System (OS), the BIOS update can be initiated using the F12 One Time Boot menu. Most Dell computers manufactured after 2012 have this function and you can confirm by booting the computer to the F12 One Time Boot menu.

What happens when reset BIOS?

Resetting your BIOS restores it to the last saved configuration, so the procedure can also be used to revert your system after making other changes. Whatever situation you may be dealing with, remember that resetting your BIOS is a simple procedure for new and experienced users alike.

How do I know if I have UEFI or BIOS?

How to Check If Your Computer Uses UEFI or BIOS

  1. Press Windows + R keys simultaneously to open the Run box. Type MSInfo32 and hit Enter.
  2. On the right pane, find the “BIOS Mode”. If your PC uses BIOS, it will display Legacy. If it is using UEFI so it will display UEFI.

How do I get into advanced boot options in BIOS?

After your PC boots back up, you will be met with a special menu that gives you the option to “Use a device,” “Continue,” “Turn off your PC,” or “Troubleshoot.” Within this window, select “Advanced options” then select “UEFI Firmware Settings.” This will allow you to enter BIOS on your Windows 10 PC.

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