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Question posted by pfeagles06 on January 25th, 2013

My Computer Has A Blck Screen With Boot Disk Failure Insert Disk An Press Enter

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Answer #1: Posted by tintinb on January 25th, 2013 6:25 PM

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There are several possible reasons why your computer is experiencing a boot disk failure error. This problem is mainly related to hard disk failure or corrupted Operating System. To fix this issue, I have provided the articles below for the step-by-step procedure.

How to Fix Boot Disk Failure

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Warranty - Page 24

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Upgrading and Servicing Guide - Page 12

... and drivers for the optical drive to work with the operating system. Failure to remove the front panel. You can replace or upgrade. The hard disk drive is compatible with the Microsoft Windows Vista™ operating system. CAUTION: Back up your PC for details about the recovery procedure. See "Opening and Closing the...

Upgrading and Servicing Guide - Page 13

...insert a flat screwdriver into the knockout plate slot (B) and rotate the screwdriver to free the plug. 3 Disconnect the power, data, and the sound cable, if available, from the bay. For Serial ATA hard disk drive cables, press...an Optical Drive 1 If necessary, remove the existing drive. To do so, insert a flat screwdriver into the knockout plate slot (A) and rotate the screwdriver to ...

Upgrading and Servicing Guide - Page 15

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Upgrading and Servicing Guide - Page 17

..., make sure to remove the HP Pocket Media, diskette (floppy), or hard disk drive, if necessary. Adding or Replacing the HP Pocket Media or Diskette or Hard Disk Drive 1 Complete the procedures to insert the screw into place. 3 Align the two screw holes on the chassis with the two screw holes on the...

Upgrading and Servicing Guide - Page 22

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Warranty and Support Guide - Page 11

... are as simple as a printer, a hard disk drive, a mouse, or a keyboard. NOTE: You must perform the procedures in the order listed in this by pressing the On button. This may eliminate some tracking ...computer works improperly or stops because of fixing your computer if you are replacing a hard disk drive, you force the computer to that time and date. Software Repair Overview This ...

Warranty and Support Guide - Page 12

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Warranty and Support Guide - Page 13

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Warranty and Support Guide - Page 14

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Getting Started - Page 56

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Getting Started - Page 58

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Getting Started - Page 99

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Getting Started - Page 105

... features of an item: 1 Right-click the item. 2 Click Rename. 3 Type the new name, and then press Enter on the keyboard. 4 Click Yes in All Programs may not be removed. To remove a shortcut: 1 Click the... Panel The Control Panel is where you use Add or Remove Programs in the Control Panel to the desktop or folder, right-click an empty area, and then click Paste. To open the Control Panel: ...

Getting Started - Page 108

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Getting Started - Page 118

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Getting Started - Page 120

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Getting Started - Page 191

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Getting Started - Page 192

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Getting Started - Page 197

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