hp-15-f233wm HHD

[RodneyzPc]

My daughter dropped her Notebook

It boots to the hp screen for a few then

- - Stop Code : Unmountable Boot Volume - -

Hard Drive SMART Check : Passed

Hard Drive Short Check DST : Failed

Product ID : Lot33UA#ABA

Failure ID : MBSBJW-88R8K2-MFPX7G-60SB03 Hard Drive 1 - Primary HHD Bay*

She said I could have it or just throw it away.

I'm opting to keep it but have a few questions

I've read the HHD possibly needs to be re-seated

Might take some patience,if thats the case..OK

I can deal with that

If Not...I see one on the HP site for $130.00.

Here's the questions. If I do need a new HHD,does

it come with Windows 10...or do I have to buy that as well

...or...

This machine is actually still under warranty according to

the warranty check I did last night on the

HP Warranty check thing and  have an HP Authorized place

do it.

I hate to get rid of it just like that.

I still have a Pavillion with XP I use for Printing with an old

D4160 thats still pluggin along

[Huffer]

Hard drive needs to be replaced not reseated. Are you in the US? You can get a replacement hard drive for more like $60 on amazon.com.  If Windows 10 is installed and activated you can download an install disk from Microsoft for free and use it to reinstall. Replacing the hard drive is a bit of a challenge but we can walk you through. Post back if interested.  

[RodneyzPc]

In the US..yes.

Windows 10 is installed and activated.

Is the Microsoft windows number on the Hard Drive when I take it out..?

I've downloaded the PDF file

HP 15 Notebook PC
Maintenance and Service Guide from the HP site.

As soon as I get the HHD I'll shoot you a Reply Post.

Might be a week or so...kinda busy at work

~~~  Rodney  ~~~

[Huffer]

You don't need a number. The hard drive comes completely blank and you have to get Windows onto it. That's where we can help. 

[RodneyzPc]

Cool...give me a week or so,

at least until payday

Thanks for your Help

~~~  Rodney  ~~~

[RodneyzPc]

Hi

according to the

HP Notebook - 15-f233wm (ENERGY STAR)

Product Specifications

it takes a

500 GB 5400 rpm SATA

I see alot listed..a WHOLE lot

I searched for

HP Notebook - 15-f233wm Hard Drve - 0 results

500 GB 5400 rpm SATA - 28 pages worth

but no mention of HP-15-f233wm

Any ideas..?

I don't want to get the wrong one.

~~~Rodney~~~

[Huffer]

You can't get the wrong one. You need a 2.5 inch wide 9.5 or 7mm thick SATA laptop hard drive. They are generic, interchangeable, universal. That is why you are not finding a hard drive specifically for your model because there is no such a thing.

You are not limited to a 500 gig 5400 rpm drive, but I would not go smaller. I am not sure you have yet told me where you live (country)? 

[RodneyzPc]

Hi,

Thanks for the Info.

That'll make it easier for sure.

I live in the

USA...New Jersey

Would you recommend a brand...?

I know different people have their favorite

~~~  Rodney  ~~~

[Huffer]

Seagate, Hitachi, Samsung, Western Digital all good. 

Here is a good example...this drive is larger capacity and faster than the one you have and is a good price here:

https://www.amazon.com/HGST-Travelstar-2-5-Inch-Internal-0J22423/dp/B00B4QESVQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qi...

Post back with any more questions. 

If this is "the Answer" please click "Accept as Solution" to help others find it. 

[RodneyzPc · Accepted solution]

Thank You so much.

I'm having my wife order it for me now.

When I get it,I'll let you know.

Hopefully...I can have it installed by Labor Day.

You'll give me guidance on doing the Windows thing...Please..

You've been more than helpful already

Thank You again,

~~~  Rodney  ~~~