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08-13-2022 07:51 AM
Hello
ive hp 655 notebook pc amd 1800 e2
it came with 500gb hdd
yesterday I’ve replaced hdd with new ssd and since that when i turn on laptop for the first time it takes 10 to 15 mins to recognize ssd and operating system too
after that when i restart my laptop it shows a black screen for 10 to 15 mins before booting windows I’ve tried win 7 and 8 and 8.1 every windows is working like a charm in using it but all problems showing in booting it takes very long time to boot especially when i turn it on for the first time
idk if there is a setting must do for ssd to work good im using it as uefi and my motherboard supports that
if I’ve to do some format type or smth please tell me I’ve just replaced it with hdd and installed windows normally
iwant help please
thanks and sorry for my bad language 😕
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08-14-2022 04:37 PM
I really appreciate your help
fortunately I’ve Managed to find the solution of this problem by myself…
The problem was from connecting ssd as normal hdd in its slot with its flat to motherboard but when I connected ssd by using dvd rack it worked successfully with really fast boot and no any problems
thanks again for your time
08-13-2022 08:06 AM
Hello @Mahmoud23
Short version:
How to Optimize SSD for Faster Performance
Long version:
10 Tips for SSD Optimization in Windows 7 - Part 1
10 Tips for SSD Optimization in Windows 7 - Part 2
Please report your results
08-13-2022 08:32 AM
(1) Run msinfo32
- Select <System Summary>:
- copy/paste to following key/values pairs:
OS Name |
Version |
System SKU ( equals HP product number (p/n) ) |
BIOS Version/Date |
SMBIOS Version |
BaseBoard Model |
BaseBoard Name |
(2) Please report your results
08-13-2022 10:28 AM - edited 08-13-2022 10:29 AM
Hello @Mahmoud23
(1) Please update BIOS
HP Notebook System BIOS Update (AMD Processors) | F.29 Rev.A | 4.9 MB | Jun 9, 2014 | Download |
Why should you install the update ?
https://support.hp.com/us-en/document/ish_4123786-2338478-16
Quote: "
Updating the BIOS is recommended as standard maintenance of the computer. It can also help resolve the following issues:
- An available BIOS update resolves a specific issue or improves computer performance.
- The current BIOS does not support a hardware component or a Windows upgrade.
- HP Support recommends installing a specific BIOS update.
"
(2) Reboot
(3) Let BIOS be installed until it's completely done !
(4) Test system performance again ...
(5) Please report your results
08-13-2022 11:50 AM
(1) Change BIOS settings to ...
System Configuration > Virtualization <Disabled>
System Configuration > Boot Options > Legacy Support <Disable>
System Configuration > Boot Options > Secure Boot <Disabled>
(2) Save BIOS settings and exit
(3) Test/Boot again ...