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08-26-2023 07:24 PM
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 (64-bit)
Hello everyone,
This has been posed before however no one has come up with a resolve for this issue.
I have the same unit Elite 8300 when i have the WD My Book 25EE external USB drive connected, it will hang as soon is hp symbol is shown.
I also have a WD My Passport 0748 external connected if the 25EE in not connected the computer boots just fine.
I have changed all the BIOS settings imaginable I still have the same issue when booting.
It would be great if someone had a solution to pass on.
Thank you everyone for listening.
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