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06-17-2026 04:27 PM
The Spectre laptop will not start. Iit says "Preparing automatic repair" then says "Your device ran into a problem and needs to restart. We'll restart for you." "Stop code Inaccessible_boot_ device (0x78)". Has continually cycled through this loop for an hour or more. Restarting the computer provides the same results.
06-19-2026 04:14 AM
Hi @TIMEOUTANGER,
Welcome to the HP Support Community.
Thank you for posting your query. I will be glad to help you.
I hear that your HP Spectre appears to be failing to start Windows and repeatedly entering recovery. Based on the HP recovery guidance, the main HP-supported next step is to open Recovery Manager and attempt recovery options before doing a full system recovery.
What you can try:
Back up your files first, if possible.
HP warns that a full system recovery deletes files, programs, and documents added after purchase.
Try Recovery Manager from startup:
- Turn the computer off.
- Turn it back on.
- When the HP logo appears, press F11 repeatedly until Recovery Manager opens.
In Recovery Manager:
- Check Advanced Options first.
- HP notes there may be other repair options available before a full recovery.
- If available, try startup-related repair options first.
- If those do not work, you can proceed to restore the computer to its original factory condition.
Important warning:
- A full system recovery returns the PC to its original factory state.
- This removes your personal files, installed programs, and changes made after purchase.
HP recovery notes:
- You can also launch Recovery Manager from Windows if Windows loads:
Start > All Programs > PC Help and Tools > Recovery Manager
- If the recovery partition is unavailable or damaged, HP says recovery discs can be created or obtained from HP.
- During recovery, leave the computer powered on and do not interrupt the process.
I hope this will help.
Take care and have a good day.
I'm an HP Employee.
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