Operating system installation

[Rishi9255]

 

[Raj_05]

Hi @Rishi9255,

Welcome to HP Support Community.

Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you.

The error message "Boot Device Not Found (3F0)" indicates that your HP laptop cannot detect a bootable operating system on the hard drive. This can occur due to several reasons, such as missing or corrupted OS files, improper BIOS settings, or a faulty hard drive.

Check BIOS/UEFI Settings:

• Restart the laptop and press Esc or F10 (depending on your HP model) to enter the BIOS/UEFI setup.
• Go to the Boot Options section and check if your hard drive is listed as a boot device.
• Ensure the correct boot device is set as the primary boot option.
• Save changes and exit.

Run System Diagnostics:

• When you see the error, press F2 to enter HP's built-in system diagnostics.
• Run a Hard Drive Test:
  • If the test passes, your hard drive is likely functional.
  • If the test fails, your hard drive may be faulty and needs replacement.

Reconnect the Hard Drive:

• If comfortable, turn off the laptop, remove the battery (if removable), and reseat the hard drive. This can resolve loose connection issues.

Install an Operating System:

If the hard drive is functional but has no operating system installed, follow these steps to install one:

• Create a bootable USB drive with your desired OS (e.g., Windows, Linux, etc.). Use tools like Rufus or BalenaEtcher.
• Insert the bootable USB drive into the laptop.
• Restart the laptop and press Esc or F9 to open the Boot Menu.
• Select the USB drive as the boot device and follow the on-screen instructions to install the OS.

Check the Hard Drive Format:

If installing the OS fails, ensure your hard drive is properly formatted:

• Use a partitioning tool from the bootable USB to format the drive as NTFS (for Windows) or a suitable format for your OS.

Replace the Hard Drive (if necessary):

• If diagnostics indicate a hard drive failure, replace it with a new drive and proceed with OS installation.

Reset BIOS to Default:

• In the BIOS setup, find the option to Load Default Settings or Reset BIOS to Default.
• Save changes and restart.

I hope this helps.

Take care and have a good day.

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