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Question posted by physique2 on June 14th, 2013

Failure To Boot

When I turn my computer on it fails to boot properly. I get an error message that says' "No bootable devices". What can I do to solve this problem? I using a Dell Latitude D400 laptop.

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Request from DELLAndrew on June 14th, 2013 6:22 PM
Hi Physique2,

Good Day,

First, am sorry to hear about the trouble that your experiencing with the system. You can check the cables of your Hard drive if it's properly connected. In some instance it's just some loose connections. Once you have checked on the connections and issue still persist, kindly respond with your email. I would be glad to assist further in a more secure conversation. Or you can reach us directly at our Tweeter Support via @Dellcares.

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DELL_Andrew F.
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Request from DELLAndrew on June 18th, 2013 2:08 PM
Hi Physique2,

Good Day!

Doing a follow up on this case. If further help is needed, just respond to this thread or reach us directly at our twetter support via @dellcares and I would be glad to assist.

Thanks and Regards,

DELL_Andrew F.
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Answer #1: Posted by DreadPirateRoberts on July 27th, 2013 6:19 AM

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It means it cannot read your harddrive. Possible causes are:

1) loose cables

2) bad harddrive

3) virus that has wiped your hardrive

The best thing to do is to seek out the help of a pc tech.

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