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08-26-2021 09:10 AM
Hello my pc no longer recgnizes my password At startup message. SMART HARD DISK ERROR. Test performed with System Diagnostics. Système Extensive test for Hard Drive résult: succès. ID Échec : NA Description : NA . N.B :Free disk space 846 Go on 946 Go. Trying To unplung the AC adapter. Then press the power button to emty the batterie. Then connection without battery started is displayed preparing for automatic repair. But stay blocked.
I do not know how to get out. I have files To recover without backup. THANK YOU who can help me.
08-27-2021 12:51 PM
This issue is often due to a failing drive.
So, let's check that first, because if it is failing, it would need to be replaced and there is no point then in doing anything else until we confirm that.
If your PC is new enough to support UEFI, you can use these steps to test the HDD (Hard Disk Drive): http://support.hp.com/us-en/document/c00439024
If not, to check the HDD you have to follow these steps:
1) Press Esc key repeatedly, several times a second, while rebooting the laptop. Do NOT hold the key down, just press it over and over.
2) Eventually, you will see an HP Startup Menu
3) Press the Function key for testing the hard drive (usually F2) and let it run.
If the drive checks out OK, then report that and I can provide you options for reinstalling Windows on your PC.
Please note that if your model has an SSD instead of an HDD, these diagnostics might not work properly.
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08-29-2021 01:16 PM
Hey @Smetah 🙂
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08-30-2021 03:51 AM
Bonjour
Merci pour votre réponse.
J'ai effectué un test SMART DISK ERROR avec un système de diagnostic EXTENSIF pour le DISQUE DUR. Réponse SUCCÈS. Puis écran affiche Correction Automatique, and Tentatives de Corrections. Je l'ai laissé fonctionner pendant 18 heures.Sans aucun résultat.
Je ne sais pas quoi faire.
Meilleures salutations
09-05-2021 10:02 AM
Sorry, but I don't understand clearly what you are asking. To restore a working OS to the PC, you would have to see if you can make or purchase HP Recovery Media -- but this will restore none of your personal data or applications.
If you are saying the drive passes the diagnostics tests, then your best bet would be to do as mentioned above to reinstall Windows 8x to the drive.
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