Boot device not found

[Jason216PC]

I changed my ssd to another ssd with more memory and now I'm stuck on boot device not found even though I already switched my os over to my previous SSD which is still in my PC 

Can't get into bios form this screen just stuck on boot device not found please install an operating system 

Hard disk (3F0)

[Alden4]

Hi @Jason216PC,

Welcome to HP Support Community.

Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you.

The "Boot Device Not Found (Hard Disk 3F0)" error typically indicates that the system is unable to find a valid bootable device, often due to the SSD not being recognized correctly, or an issue with the boot order or system configuration. Since you've changed your SSD and are now stuck on this screen, here are some steps you can try.

Check SSD Connection

• Ensure the new SSD is properly connected: Verify that the SSD is correctly seated in its slot and that all connectors are properly connected. If possible, try reseating the SSD.
• Check the old SSD: If you're using your old SSD with the OS, make sure it is properly connected as well.

Check BIOS Settings

If you're unable to access BIOS normally from the "Boot Device Not Found" screen, try the following:

• Force access to BIOS: Turn off the laptop, then turn it on and immediately start pressing the Esc key (or F10) repeatedly to see if you can access the BIOS.
• Reset BIOS to default: If you get into BIOS, try restoring it to default settings (usually an option like "Restore Defaults" or "Load Default Settings"). This can sometimes resolve boot issues caused by configuration changes.
• Check Boot Order: In BIOS, navigate to the boot order section (Boot Options or Boot Order) and ensure the correct SSD (either the new or the old one) is selected as the first boot device.

Check Drive Health

If the SSD is not showing up in BIOS, it could be defective or not properly recognized. Try the following:

• Use another PC: If you have access to another computer, check if the new SSD is detected there. This will help you confirm if the SSD itself is working correctly.
• Test the old SSD: Check if the old SSD (with the OS) is recognized in BIOS or another system. If it’s not, it could be an issue with the old SSD as well.

Reinstall the OS

• If you have a bootable USB drive with Windows installation, try booting from it and using the Repair Your Computer option to fix startup issues.
  • Boot from the USB.
  • Select Repair your computer.
  • Go to Troubleshoot > Advanced options > Startup Repair.

Reinstall the OS to New SSD

If the above steps don’t work, and the new SSD is properly detected, you may need to reinstall the OS on the new SSD. You can do this by using the Windows installation media or recovery options to reinstall Windows.

I hope this helps.

Take care and have a good day.

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Alden4

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