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   mikiem2
   Moderator

   Experimenting the other day, updating WinPE to see if it would boot with the new secure boot mods enabled -- it would not, at least with my VM -- I came across something to try with the bootable USB sticks you can create with AOMEI Partition Assistant & Backupper. They've been broken it seems like forever, refusing to boot when secure boot is enabled, and it turned out, a simple file replacement worked! I'd guess it might work with EaseUS USB sticks too, but I no longer have any EaseUS apps to try it with -- it might also work with several other brands of software that can't produce a secure boot compatible bootable USB stick.

   The fix is to go to the Windows\ Boot\ EFI\ folder & copy the bootmgfw.efi file, rename it bootx64.efi, and replace the file with the same name on the USB stick -- for a USB stick created in AOMEI Partition Assistant, that file is located in the EFI\ BOOT\ folder. When Partition Assistant created the USB stick it copied / used a few other, related files from the same EFI folder, but for some reason skipped that one, possibly because it needs to be renamed(?).

   Posted 1 year ago #
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   Kajaldigitall
   Spammer

   Fixing issues with AOMEI USB sticks involves troubleshooting common problems. Here's a general guide:

   Check Physical Connections: Ensure the USB stick is properly connected to the computer's USB port. Try using a different port or system to rule out port-related issues.

   Restart Computer: Sometimes, a simple restart can resolve connectivity issues between the USB stick and the system.

   Driver Update: Make sure your USB drivers are up to date. You can update them through the Device Manager on Windows.

   Scan for Malware: Malware can cause USB issues. Scan your USB stick and computer using reliable antivirus software.

   Check for Errors: On Windows, you can right-click the USB drive, go to Properties > Tools, and perform error checking.

   Format USB Stick: If the USB stick is not working due to corruption, you might need to format it. Be aware that this will erase all data on the stick.

   Try on Another System: Test the USB stick on a different computer to determine if the issue is with the stick itself or your current system.

   Reinstall USB Drivers: Uninstall the USB drivers from Device Manager and then restart your computer. Windows will automatically reinstall the drivers.

   Use AOMEI Tool: If the issue is related to AOMEI software, try using their official support resources or forums for assistance.

   Contact Support: If none of the above steps work, consider reaching out to AOMEI's customer support for specific guidance related to their USB sticks.

   Remember that the exact steps might vary based on the specific issue you're facing and the version of the AOMEI USB stick you have. Always back up important data before attempting any troubleshooting that might result in data loss.

   Posted 1 year ago #

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