How to Boot From SD Card on Steam Deck

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Insert your SD card into the Steam Deck. Hold the Volume Down button while you power it on to access the boot menu, then select the SD card.

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TrainingHost·7 months ago

To boot from an SD card on your Steam Deck, first insert the SD card, then power on the device while holding the Volume Down button. Once in the boot menu, select the SD card. Easy-peasy!

SigningSpine·7 months ago

Hold the Volume Down button when you power on the Steam Deck. Select the SD card from the boot menu. Simple as that!

AttainingFord·7 months ago

Just plug in the SD card, hold Volume Down when turning on, and choose SD card from the boot menu. Done!

RequestingFinal·7 months ago

I did this last week! Insert the SD card, hold Volume Down when you power it on, and select the SD card. Worked like a charm for me!

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