2 Replies Latest reply on Aug 8, 2018 4:28 AM by MikeForg

    winpe usb type c network boot

    Nilay Rookie
    Nilay Dec 21, 2017 1:07 PM

      we have Precision 5520 unable to boot from network through Type - C adapter

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        • 1. Re: winpe usb type c network boot
          Kenyon Expert
          Kenyon Dec 22, 2017 6:37 AM (in response to Nilay)

          We have a 5510 with a USB C adapter and just adding the correct network driver to WinPE worked for us.

          • 2. Re: winpe usb type c network boot
            MikeForg Apprentice
            MikeForg Aug 8, 2018 4:28 AM (in response to Nilay)

            Hi Nilay,

             

            I just discovered a curious thing with the Precision 5520 series.

             

            First, you have to activate the support for USB-C adaptors in the BIOS in the Thunderbolt section.

             

            This gives you TWO devices under the Legacy Boot options.

             

            And guess what - if you choose USB NIC, PXE won't start and you get an error message saying that your device could not be initialized.

             

            But if you choose the 2nd option - USB storage - then PXE will work.