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06-08-2025 05:37 AM
If the media test came from the Diagnostics routine, then the drive has failed and needs to be replaced which will also mean reinstalling the Windows OS and software.
To verify that, run the Diagnostics routine using this method.
To run the Diagnostics routine, Start tapping the Esc key BEFORE starting the PC and then press the start button.
Keep tapping the Esc key until a popup menu shows. Then pick Diagnostics from that popup menu, F2.
Report back with the results. Also post the PC model number.
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