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Fix 'Setup Does Not Support Configuration or Installation Through USB' on ASUS Laptops

HardReset.InfoJuly 7, 20253 min2,591 views
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Understanding the USB Installation Error

  • πŸ’‘ The video addresses the common error message: 'Setup does not support configuration or installation through USB' encountered on ASUS laptops.
  • ⚠️ This error prevents users from installing operating systems like Windows from a USB drive.

Accessing and Modifying BIOS Settings

  • πŸš€ To begin, users must escape the boot menu and then enter the BIOS setup by pressing the escape key repeatedly during startup.
  • πŸ”‘ Within the BIOS, navigate to Advanced Settings by pressing F7.
  • βš™οΈ Proceed to the VMD setup menu under the 'Advanced' tab.

Disabling the VMD Controller

  • 🎯 The core solution involves disabling the VMD controller.
  • πŸ› οΈ Select 'Enable VMD Controller', press Enter, and change the setting to 'Disabled'.
  • βœ… Confirm the change by pressing Enter again.

Saving Changes and Booting from USB

  • πŸ’Ύ After disabling VMD, exit the advanced mode by pressing F7 and then save and exit the BIOS settings by pressing F10 and Enter.
  • ⚑ The laptop will reboot, and users should again spam the escape button to access the input menu.
  • πŸ’» Select the USB drive as the boot device to proceed with the operating system installation.

Completing the OS Installation

  • 🌐 The setup process will then load, allowing users to configure language, time, and keyboard input methods.
  • βœ… Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation, bypassing the previous USB error.
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