Secure Utility Incomplete Options

When launching in recovery mode on my Mac Mini M1 and choosing Options and Secure Utility I only have one of the 3 options. I can choose the secure boot option but Firmware Password and External Boot options are not available.

Can anyone advise? I want to be able to boot from and external usb drive. Thanks.

Posted on Nov 20, 2020 7:54 AM

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KMB_12

Community Specialist

Nov 28, 2020 2:23 PM in response to Eli of NYC

Hey there Eli of NYC,

Thanks for reaching out to Apple Support Communities. We understand that you're wanting to boot from an USB drive. We're happy to provide some assistance.

Check out this helpful article:

Change your Mac startup disk

We hope this helps.

Have a great day!

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