error messages: boot device not found please install an OS on hard disk. Using HP envy

[Kat11063]

The laptop is ~ 8y old.  Battery hasn't been working so used plugged in.  I turned laptop over to get Serial # to replace battery. And, then got this message when it was next turned on:

Boot Device not found

Please install an OS on your hard disk.

hard disk (3F0)

F2 systems diagnostics.

for more info .....

I DID NOT RUN F2 systems diagnostics.  Please Help.  Thanks.

[Kuroi_Kenshi]

Hi @Kat11063,

Welcome to the HP Support Community! 

Thanks for reaching out about your query regarding the error on your laptop! 

We're thrilled to have the opportunity to assist you and provide a solution.

Try these steps:

1. Restore BIOS default settings
2. Update the BIOS
3. Perform the hard drive symptom test in HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI

Refer to this link for further guidance: https://support.hp.com/us-en/document/ish_3053911-2842957-16

Let me know how it goes.

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Best regards,

[Kat11063]

Thank you. I ended up taking it to a pc wizard who helped revive the drive for now.  The battery was swollen (!) so I am using a loner HP with my HD in it.  And a new battery is on the way.  I will replace the laptop soon.  Any suggestions?  Currently using a 17" Envy.  It's not used for video/photo intense apps.  So, don't need anything high powered. Just reliable with good longterm maintenance profile.  Thanks!