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How to Provision an Intel® vPro® System Using a USB Key.

Content Type: Troubleshooting   |   Article ID: 000034509   |   Last Reviewed: 08/07/2026

Environment

Intel® vPro® capable endpoints with Intel® AMT version 12 or higher

Description

An Intel® AMT system cannot be provisioned using a USB key.  The system ignores the USB key and boots to the OS.

Resolution

Reboot your system and enter the BIOS settings screen.
Enable the setting that controls AMT USB key provisioning.
The location of the setting will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer.

NoteSome system manufacturers have implemented BIOS settings that control the USB Key Provisioning option for Intel® AMT. For security reasons, the option is set to Disabled by default.