gpt:
If you're stuck at Step 1 and can't access the GRUB menu by pressing `e`, try the following:
1. Ensure Fast Boot or Secure Boot is Disabled:
Check your BIOS/UEFI settings and disable these options, as they might skip the GRUB menu.
2. Hold Shift Key (Legacy BIOS) or Esc Key (UEFI):
During boot, hold the Shift key for BIOS or press Esc repeatedly for UEFI to bring up the GRUB menu.
3. Interrupt Boot Process:
Repeatedly restart your machine before it boots fully to force the GRUB menu to appear.
4. Check Virtual Machine Configuration (if applicable):
If running on a VM, ensure you have enabled boot menu access.
Let me know if you need further guidance!