Choosing MultiBoot preferences | HP x2 1011 G1 (Windows 8.1)

Choosing MultiBoot preferences

You can use MultiBoot in the following ways:

●To set a new boot order that the computer uses each time it is turned on, by changing the boot order in Computer Setup.

●To dynamically choose the boot device, by pressing esc or the volume down button while the “Hold the Volume Down button to enter the BIOS Startup Menu” message is displayed at the bottom of the screen, and then pressing or tapping f9 to enter the Boot Device Options menu.

●To use MultiBoot Express to set variable boot orders. This feature prompts you for a boot device each time the computer is turned on or restarted.

Setting a new boot order in Computer Setup

To start Computer Setup and set a boot device order that the computer uses each time it is turned on or restarted, follow these steps:

1.Turn on or restart the computer, and then press esc or hold down the volume button while the “Hold the Volume Down button to enter the BIOS Startup Menu” message is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

2.Press or tap f10 to enter Computer Setup.

3.Select one of the following options, and then follow the on-screen instructions:

●Advanced > Boot Options > UEFI Boot Order > UEFI Hybrid

●Advanced > Boot Options > UEFI Boot Order > UEFI Native Boot mode

●Advanced > Boot Options > Legacy Boot Order > Legacy Boot Mode

Press enter.

4.To move the device up in the boot order, use a pointing device or touch screen to click the up arrow, or press the + key.

– or –

To move the device down in the boot order, use a pointing device or touch screen to click the down arrow, or press the - key.

5.To save your changes and exit Computer Setup, click the Save icon in the lower-left corner of the screen, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

– or –

Select Main > Save Changes and Exit, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

Using MultiBoot 79

Image 89

HP x2 1011 G1 (Windows 8.1) manual Choosing MultiBoot preferences, Setting a new boot order in Computer Setup

Contents

User Guide Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Using an optional external numeric keypad Identifying low battery levels Resolving a low battery level Security Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi to a USB device Appendix C Electrostatic discharge Index Welcome Resources For information about Finding information Finding information Tablet edge components Getting to know your computer Tablet edge components States on Display Display User Guides Top Keyboard Models only on TouchPad Lights Esc key Keys Right USB device on Left Releasing the tablet from the keyboard Adjusting your tablet’s autorotate lock Changing your tablet’s settingsAdjusting your tablet’s screen brightness Changing your tablet’s view Using the wireless controls Connecting to a networkConnecting to a wireless network Using a Wlan Using Intel Wireless Gigabit Dock ManagerUsing the wireless button Using operating system controls Using an Internet service provider Protecting your Wlan Setting up a WlanConfiguring a wireless router Connecting to a Wlan Using HP Mobile Broadband select models only Inserting and removing a SIM Using GPS select models only Using the Wireless Dock WiDock Using Bluetooth wireless devices Connecting to a wired network Connecting to a local area network LAN Using the TouchPad and gestures Using pointing devicesSetting pointing device preferences Tapping Scrolling Finger pinch zoom Rotating select models only Finger click Flicking select models only Right-edge swipe Edge swipes select models only Left-edge swipe Using the digitizer pen select models only Using touch screen gesturesSetting touch screen preferences Identifying the pen components Using the keyboard Turning the embedded numeric keypad on and off Switching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad Using an optional external numeric keypad Connecting speakers Using the media activity controlsMultimedia Audio Checking audio functions on the computer Adjusting the volumeConnecting headphones and microphones Video Webcam DisplayPort keyboard only Connecting wired displays using MultiStream Transport Shutting down turning off the computer Power management Using power-saving states Setting power optionsIntel Rapid Start Technology select models only Initiating and exiting Sleep Enabling and exiting user-initiated Hibernation Using the power meter and power settingsSetting password protection on wakeup Finding additional battery information Using battery powerFactory-sealed battery select models only Displaying the remaining battery charge Using Battery CheckMaximizing battery discharge time Managing low battery levels Conserving battery power Using external AC power Testing an AC adapter Inserting a memory card Using memory card readersExternal cards and devices Removing a memory card Using smart cards keyboard only Removing a smart card Inserting a smart card Using a USB device Removing a USB device Using optional external devicesConnecting a USB device Using optional external drives Protecting the computer Security Setting passwords in Windows Using passwords Managing a Bios administrator password Setting passwords in Computer Setup Entering a Bios administrator password Managing a Computer Setup DriveLock password Setting a DriveLock password Removing DriveLock protection Entering a DriveLock passwordChanging a DriveLock password Removing Automatic DriveLock protection Using Computer Setup Automatic DriveLockEntering an Automatic DriveLock password Page Installing critical security updates Using antivirus softwareUsing firewall software Locating the fingerprint reader Using HP Client SecurityUsing the fingerprint reader select models only Cleaning your computer MaintenanceCleaning procedures Cleaning the display All-in-Ones or Notebooks Cleaning the TouchPad, keyboard, or mouse Updating programs and drivers Using SoftPaq Download Manager Backing up your information Backup and recoveryPerforming a system recovery Using the Windows recovery tools Using Windows operating system media purchased separately Using f11 recovery tools Using HP Software Setup Using Windows Refresh or Windows Reset Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup Using Computer SetupStarting Computer Setup Select Main Restore Defaults Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup Downloading a Bios update Updating the BiosDetermining the Bios version Synchronizing the tablet and keyboard Using MultiBootAbout the boot device order Setting a new boot order in Computer Setup Choosing MultiBoot preferences Entering MultiBoot Express preferences Dynamically choosing a boot device using the f9 promptSetting a MultiBoot Express prompt Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi to a USB device Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UefiPage Contacting support Support Labels Operating environment SpecificationsInput power Traveling with the computer Troubleshooting resources TroubleshootingResolving issues Computer is unable to start up Software is functioning abnormally Computer screen is blankComputer is on but not responding Computer is unusually warm An external device is not working Wireless network connection is not working Electrostatic discharge Index Symbols/Numerics Wlan