Satellite M40 (PSM42) - Start from USB-Device

In the BIOS of my Satellite there isn't any choice for starting with USB (only FDD, HDD, CD....). Is there any possibility to use a USB-HDD for startup (instead of the internal drive)?

Hi
You can only boot from this devices:
USB FDD, Primary HDD, Optical devices, Network (LAN)
You can not boot from the USB HDD.

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