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I downloaded Ubuntu 12.04, try to boot it using USB, I did download the .iso, I did put it into the USB. I'm using Toshiba Portege, forgot which one. When I'm open the BIOS with F2,

I can't boot it with USB, the laptop doesn't show the option to boot via USB. The laptop isn't old enough, I think it can boot via USB. but it doesn't show any option.

I know this is a stupid question. But, can anyone help me? Thanks.

Tim
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aldy505
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i think that there are two options. one is f2 to open bios. the other one is f12 which is used to temporarily override the boot order. try plugging usb before starting your pc and then hitting f12(it might also be f8). see if it shows usb hdd in the options.

aveemashfaq
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Saw same problem on my Toshiba NB305. Would not give the option to boot from a USB unless a recognized USB was currently in a USB port. Once there I could opt for the USB boot. Then, of course, I had another issue. But that's a different problem. Good luck!

TomInIll
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The best option is to follow this link; http://smallbusiness.chron.com/bios-toshiba-portege-52656.html

It will show you how to enter BIOS on your laptop and then go through the menus look for BOOT.

Under this BOOT tab, you show see a boot order. Here depending on the keys assigned to change, press them until you chose USB.

Save the settings by pressing F10 and accepting to save and exit.

Your laptop will automatically reboot, if your USB is still plugged in, it will boot into Ubuntu 12.04.

Good Luck :)

Twesi_Spice
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