SSD in Pavilion dv2700

[Chris319]

Hi, I'm trying to replace my old HDD for a new SSD (Kingston a400) but it seems that the BIOS won't recognize it as a boot drive.

I tried to install win 7 from 0, but got a message that says "It Is posible that the hardware in this equipment could not boot with this drive. Make sure that the controller Is activated in the BIOS menú". 

The BIOS for this Notebook Is very basic. It won't even show the disks installed. 

Do you know if there Is a way to replace the hd for a SSD? Thanks!!!

Ps: PAVILION DV2700

[Betty0610]

@Chris319

Welcome to the HP Support Community.

Please help us with the exact model name and number to help you with information.

Thanks 🙂

[Chris319]

Hi! Thanks in Advance for your help!

Model #: DV2735A

[Betty0610]

Were you able to boot using the older HDD?

If yes please help us with the serial and product number and the specifications for the new HDD.

Thanks 🙂

[Chris319]

Yes, with the old HDD it boots correctly.

The SSD is a:

Kingston

A400

240GB

 Thanks again!

[Betty0610]

We're unable to pull up your Computer details. Please recheck the serial number and give it to us in a private message.

Thanks 🙂

[Chris319]

I just sent it!

Tks

[Betty0610]

If you've replaced the same with an SSD using a caddy for 3.5mm jack, it may work, although, since there is limited information available on this discontinued/obsolete device,

it's best you check with a local tech before investing on it to be on a safer side.

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Thanks!

Have a great day!

[Chris319]

Thanks for your kind attention, but, in the end, I still can´t have a solution. There are no drivers or bios to download, (I mean, not even the old ones, for WIn7 i.E.), nothing to work with.

I´ll have to keep my fingers crossed because, Basically, HP decided that in the event of having a software or driver issue, my notebook is junk, even if the hardware still works.

The enviroment and me, as a costumer, are not grateful for that. 

Will never bought HP again. 

[Betty0610]

We shall escalate this case.

Please look for a private message from me requesting additional information. Keep in mind not to publicly post personal information (serial numbers and case details).

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