Solved: i found a USB drive inside my computer - HP Support Community

BradMarshall · ‎04-14-2016

My HD crashed and I have replaced it. I also found a USB thumb drive installed inside the drive/memory bay (an internal USB port with a 16GB thumb drive plugged it). I had hoped this was a bootable recovery drive but I can't seem to get it to boot. What is this thumb drive for? Is it a recovery drive and I'm just don't know how to boot from it?

erico · ‎04-15-2016

As you certain that it isn't the keyboard and mouse dongle instead of a usb flashdrive?

Most AIO PCs have them.

If you have already verified that the one you are referring to is indeed a 16GB flashdrive and not a dongle, it could be an error made in manufacture. It does happen, although I have never heard of one quite like this.

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erico · ‎04-15-2016

As you certain that it isn't the keyboard and mouse dongle instead of a usb flashdrive?

Most AIO PCs have them.

If you have already verified that the one you are referring to is indeed a 16GB flashdrive and not a dongle, it could be an error made in manufacture. It does happen, although I have never heard of one quite like this.

I am a volunteer forum member. If my suggestion helped you solve your issue, help others by marking that post as the accepted solution. Say thanks by clicking on the Yes button next to the "was this reply helpful?"

BradMarshall · ‎04-15-2016

Well of course that's what it is! Thank you!

i found a USB drive inside my computer

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