How to Enter the One-Time Boot Menu on Dell Precision 552

Accessing the Boot Menu

• 💡 To enter the one-time boot menu, first shut down your laptop completely. You can do this through the system or by pressing and holding the power button until all lights turn off.
• ⏳ After shutting down, wait for several seconds, preferably up to half a minute, before proceeding.

Preparing for Booting

• 🔌 If you intend to boot from an external device like a USB drive or an Ethernet network, ensure it is plugged in before powering on the laptop.
• 🔌 For network booting, you might need a USB-C to Ethernet adapter and the Ethernet cable connected.

Entering the Boot Menu

• ⚡ Press the power button to turn on the laptop.
• ⌨️ Immediately after releasing the power button, start repeatedly pressing the F12 key on your keyboard.
• ✅ Once the boot menu starts loading, you can release the F12 key. If successful, you will see the boot menu options.

Selecting a Boot Device

• 🖱️ Use your keyboard to navigate the boot menu and select your desired boot device.
• ✔️ Press Enter to confirm your selection and boot from the chosen device.
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