Presss any key

[megan_fox]

Could someone help me fix this issue.

No bootable device - insert boot disk and press any key. 

[Hawks_Eye]

Hi @megan_fox 

Welcome to the HP Support Community!

Thanks for posting your query! We're here to help you get back up and running.

That error message means your computer isn’t detecting a bootable operating system, which could be caused by a disconnected drive, corrupted boot files, or incorrect BIOS settings. 

Let's go through some steps to get it fixed:

1. Check Boot Order in BIOS

• Turn off your laptop.
• Power it on and immediately start pressing F10 (or Esc, then F10) to enter BIOS.
• Look for Boot Order/Priority and make sure your internal storage drive is listed first.
• If your drive isn’t listed, it might not be detected—try reseating it if possible.

 

2. Ensure the Drive is Detected

• In BIOS, go to Storage Configuration or System Information.
• Confirm that your hard drive or SSD appears. If it’s missing, it might be loose or failing.

 

3. Try Automatic Repair

• If you have a Windows installation USB:
  1. Insert it and boot into it (F9 to select boot device).
  2. Choose Repair Your Computer → Troubleshoot → Startup Repair.

 

4. Check Hard Drive with Disk Utility

• If you suspect drive failure:
  • Run chkdsk /r C: from Command Prompt if you can access recovery mode.
  • Use HP’s built-in hardware diagnostics (F2 on boot).

If your laptop still won’t boot, let me know what you've tried, and we can explore further options!

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Take care, and have an amazing day!

Regards, 

Hawks_Eye