Fix 'Setup Does Not Support Configuration or Installation Through USB' on ASUS Laptops
HardReset.InfoJuly 7, 20253 min2,591 views
3 connections·6 entities in this video→Understanding the USB Installation Error
- 💡 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
- 🚀 To begin, users must escape the boot menu and then enter the BIOS setup by pressing the escape key repeatedly during startup.
- 🔑 Within the BIOS, navigate to Advanced Settings by pressing F7.
- ⚙️ Proceed to the VMD setup menu under the 'Advanced' tab.
Disabling the VMD Controller
- 🎯 The core solution involves disabling the VMD controller.
- 🛠️ Select 'Enable VMD Controller', press Enter, and change the setting to 'Disabled'.
- ✅ Confirm the change by pressing Enter again.
Saving Changes and Booting from USB
- 💾 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.
- 💻 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.
- ✅ Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation, bypassing the previous USB error.
Knowledge graph6 entities · 3 connections
How they connect
An interactive map of every person, idea, and reference from this conversation. Hover to trace connections, click to explore.
Hover · drag to explore
6 entities
Chapters1 moments
Key Moments
Transcript14 segments
Full Transcript
Topics8 themes
What’s Discussed
ASUS LaptopUSB InstallationSetup ErrorVMD ControllerBIOS SettingsWindows InstallationBoot MenuOperating System Installation
Smart Objects6 · 3 links
Company· 1
Product· 1
Concepts· 3
Media· 1