BIOS: Can access BIOS utility, but cannot change settings.

Thanks Sir George

I no longer have the problem of setting the sequence in the BIOS. The USB Flash is now first. I simply restarted with the flashdrive inserted and it came up on the BIOS sequence as an option. My problem now is that when attempting to run Fedora live CD from the Flash drive there is a bug, it will not run. I am using UNetbootin and I figure I'd try some other distro.

TVeblen said:

Please stop thrashing about in the BIOS. You just need to follow the instruction.

Also: your operating system has nothing to do with your BIOS.
You are experiencing the new UEFI BIOS that is used on all newer laptops today. Time for the old dog to learn the new tricks.

A review of the article cited below seems to contradict your statement;

HTG Explains: Learn How UEFI Will Replace Your PC’s BIOS - How-To Geek

The boot sequence is clearly an option in UEFI from what I see. Am I missing something?

mikeo56 said:

Thanks Sir George

I no longer have the problem of setting the sequence in the BIOS. The USB Flash is now first. I simply restarted with the flashdrive inserted and it came up on the BIOS sequence as an option. My problem now is that when attempting to run Fedora live CD from the Flash drive there is a bug, it will not run. I am using UNetbootin and I figure I'd try some other distro.

Well, I'm glad you got one problem solved.