Tech News Today
  • Hardware
    • Motherboards
    • CPUs
    • Graphic Cards
    • RAM
    • SSDs
    • Computer Cases
    • Monitors
    • Peripherals
    • Power Supply Unit
    • PC Builds
    • Computer Tips
  • Software
  • Operating System
    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
  • Gaming
  • Mobile
  • Console
  • More
    • Internet
    • Networking
    • Security
    • Buyer’s Guide
    • Gadgets
    • Laptops
    • Reviews
    • How To
    • News
Facebook Twitter Instagram
Tech News Today
  • Hardware
    • Motherboards
    • CPUs
    • Graphic Cards
    • RAM
    • SSDs
    • Computer Cases
    • Monitors
    • Peripherals
    • Power Supply Unit
    • PC Builds
    • Computer Tips
  • Software
  • Operating System
    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
  • Gaming
  • Mobile
  • Console
  • More
    • Internet
    • Networking
    • Security
    • Buyer’s Guide
    • Gadgets
    • Laptops
    • Reviews
    • How To
    • News
Tech News Today
Home»Laptops»What Is the Boot Menu Key for HP Laptop?

What Is the Boot Menu Key for HP Laptop?

Deep ShresthaBy Deep ShresthaJanuary 1, 2023
hp boot menu key

The key to boot into the Boot menu could vary depending on your HP laptop model. On most HP laptops, pressing the F9 function key repeatedly when starting the system directly takes you to the Boot menu.

Unfortunately, this is not the case for all HP laptops. If the F9 key does not take you to the Boot menu, you need to figure out the boot menu key using the Startup menu. The Startup menu will provide you with the list of settings with its designated Function key. This includes the Boot menu as well.

Check Boot Menu Key Using Startup Menu 

Once your laptop gets past the POST test, the system may give you a message for a certain time that says, “press the Esc key to enter the Startup menu.” You need to press ESC to boot into the Startup menu during this short interval. 

  1. Repeatedly press the Esc key once you turn on the PC to enter the Startup menu. If successful, you will be prompted to the Startup Menu with a list of options and its function key. 
    open boot menu hp laptop
  2. Note the function key corresponding to the Boot menu.
    startup boot menu hp laptop
  3. Press the designated function key to enter the Boot Menu. If you can move the mouse cursor, click on Boot Menu. 
  4. If it does not work, reboot the system and repeatedly press the Boot menu key to enter the Boot menu.
    windows boot menu options hp laptop

Once you are in the Boot Menu, you will see a list of storage devices connected to your system. Choose one to boot the system using the selected storage device.

Note: If the selected storage does not have an Operating System, you will get the Boot Device Not Found error message.

Change Boot Order on HP Laptop

The Boot Menu allows the user to select the desired device from which the system loads the OS into the system memory. But it does not allow you to change the Boot Order. Instead, you need to access the Boot Options setting from the BIOS setup to change the boot order.

  1. Repeatedly press the Esc key to enter the Startup menu.
    open boot menu hp laptop
  2. Select BIOS Setup.
    biso setup hp laptop
  3. Using the arrow keys, go to Advanced and then select Boot Options. 
    advanced boot options hp laptop
  4. Scroll down until you see the option with the list of all your storage devices connected to the laptop.
    change boot order hp laptop
  5. Press Enter.
  6. Select the storage device you want to boot the system and move it to the top using the arrow keys.
  7. Once done, press Enter to apply the settings.
  8. Save and Exit the BIOS.
how-to
Deep Shrestha
  • Twitter
  • LinkedIn

Deep Shrestha works as a computer hardware writer at TechNewsToday with several hardware and programming certifications. Although he has been writing technical content for more than a year, his interest in hardware components started at a very young age ever since he heard about PC building. Pursuing his passion, he has assembled several desktop computers. Besides building desktop PCs, Deep also has hands-on experience fixing software and hardware issues on laptops and desktop computers. Using all this knowledge and skills about computer hardware, he's on a quest to make content that's easy to read and understand for everyone. You can contact him at deep@technewstoday.com

Related Posts

How-to-scroll-on-touchpad

How to Scroll on Touchpad

May 16, 2023
how-to-split-screen-on-dell-laptop

How to Split Screen on Dell Laptop

May 5, 2023
lenovo plugged in not charging

[Solved] Lenovo Laptop Plugged in But Not Charging

May 4, 2023
how to powerwash a chromebook

How to Powerwash (Factory Reset) a Chromebook

April 24, 2023
update hp laptop

How to Update HP Laptop (Complete Guide)

April 6, 2023
how often to replace laptop

How Often Should You Replace a Laptop

March 29, 2023
Add A Comment

Leave A Reply Cancel Reply

Latest Posts
Best-1200W-PSU

8 Best 1200W PSUs for Extreme PC Builds in 2023

May 16, 2023
Best-1000W-PSU

10 Best 1000W PSUs in 2023

May 16, 2023
best-700w-psu

10 Best 700W PSUs for Gaming in 2023

May 14, 2023
You may also like
antimalware service executable high memory

Fix: Antimalware Service Executable High Memory

May 18, 2023
printer-printing-pink

Why is My Printer Printing Pink? 6 Ways to Fix It

May 18, 2023
how to clean usb c port

How to Clean USB-C Port Safely

May 17, 2023
Recommended
Cookie Clicker Garden Guide

Cookie Clicker Garden Guide to Unlocking Every Seed

September 26, 2021
monitor no signal

Computer Turns On But Monitor Says No Signal (9 Ways To Fix)

November 10, 2022
Facebook Twitter Pinterest
  • Home
  • About Us
  • Our Team
  • Editorial Guidelines
  • Privacy Policy
  • Affiliate Disclosure
© 2023 TechNewsToday, editor@technewstoday.com | Tech Central Pvt. Ltd.

Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.