I'm a complete beginner with Linux and I need some guidance. I've downloaded Zorin OS Core and successfully flashed it onto my 256 GB USB drive. I also checked the SHA256 code to ensure it's correct. My laptop is an HP ENVY 17 with an Intel Core i7-5500U CPU and 16GB RAM, running Windows 10. I've disabled secure boot, and now I'm trying to boot from the USB. After restarting and pressing F9 to access the boot manager, I see options for 'OS boot manager (UEFI)' and 'Boot from efi file', but I'm confused about the next steps. I expected to see my USB in this menu, but it doesn't appear. Can anyone help?
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Double-check that your USB drive was made bootable. If you haven't done so, I recommend using Balena Etcher to write the image. Make sure the flashing process completed successfully; sometimes, it's an issue during that step that prevents it from booting.
I used it too, and it worked perfectly. Just make sure you select the right source and target when flashing.
Getting those BIOS settings right can be tricky. HP BIOS interfaces can be confusing, but once you locate the boot order settings, it should help a lot. Just keep tinkering emore and you’ll eventually get it!
It sounds like you need to boot directly from the USB itself, not from the EFI file. Try going into the BIOS settings and make sure you've set the 'USB hard drive' option at the top of your boot order. This way, your laptop should automatically boot from the USB drive without you needing to manually select it each time.
Exactly! It's great to see you’ve done some research already. Installing a new OS is a similar process to installing Windows, so you won't be far off once you get this right. If you're curious about more options, you could also consider using Ventoy. It allows you to store multiple OS ISOs on your USB and choose between them when you boot up.
I've changed that in my BIOS before, and it really does help! Just make sure your USB is the first option to boot.
For bootable USB creation, I suggest using Rufus or sticking with Balena Etcher if you prefer it. Once you've done that and plugged the USB into your laptop, it should work smoothly. Check out guides on using Rufus if you need more visuals!
I did use Balena Etcher for that. I'll keep an eye on the process next time. Thanks!