Adding Remix OS to the Windows Boot Manager in a UEFI System: A Comprehensive Guide

Does your system support the dual-boot configuration of Windows and Remix OS, but you're unsure of how to configure it in the Windows Boot Manager? This article will guide you through the process step-by-step.

Prerequisites

To successfully integrate Remix OS into your Windows Boot Manager, ensure the following:

Remix OS is installed on your system on a separate partition. You possess administrative privileges to run the Command Prompt as an administrator.

Step-by-Step Guide

Follow these detailed steps to add Remix OS to your Windows Boot Manager.

1. Open Command Prompt as Administrator

Begin by opening the Command Prompt with administrative privileges:

Press Win X and select Command Prompt (Admin) or Windows PowerShell (Admin).

2. Identify the Partition Where Remix OS is Installed

Identify the drive letter and disk number for the Remix OS partition:

Open DiskPart by typing dskpart in the Command Prompt. List the disks: list disk Select the correct disk: select disk 0 Note down the partition numbers for Remix OS. Exit DiskPart by typing exit.

3. Add a New Boot Entry

Add a new boot entry using the following commands:

Copy the current entry: bcdedit /copy {current} /d "Remix OS" Note the returned GUID for future use.

4. Configure the New Boot Entry

Customize the new boot entry with the necessary information:

Set the device and path: bcdedit /set {GUID} device partitionX: bcdedit /set {GUID} path RemixOSbootgrub.exe Set the OS device: bcdedit /set {GUID} osdevice partitionX: Set the system root: bcdedit /set {GUID} systemroot RemixOS Enter a description: bcdedit /set {GUID} description "Remix OS" Set the boot policy (optional): bcdedit /set {GUID} bootstatuspolicy IgnoreAllFailures

5. Set the Boot Entry as Active (Optional)

To boot into Remix OS by default, set its GUID as the default boot entry:

Set the default boot entry: bcdedit /default {GUID}

Reboot Your Computer

After completing the above steps, restart your computer to see the option to boot into Remix OS in the Windows Boot Manager.

Troubleshooting

If Remix OS does not appear in the boot menu, check the paths and partition letters used in the commands. Ensure that the Remix OS installation is functioning correctly by booting from a USB drive if necessary. This method should effectively add Remix OS to your Windows Boot Manager, allowing you to choose between Windows and Remix OS at startup.

By following these detailed steps, you can seamlessly integrate Remix OS into your Windows Boot Manager, enhancing your system's dual-boot capabilities.