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10-09-2023 07:28 PM
i have the drivers for the 11th gen intell chip, it see the hard drives, but the install quits when trying to write to the drive. I have tried several drives, both SSD and non SSD, nothing works. please help! it running bios v10, seems there are newer versions out but i cant get the bios to update, the screens are all different than any instructions i have found on the web.
10-12-2023 10:14 AM
Hi @rusty_b,
Welcome to the HP Support Community
I understand you are facing an issue with your HP Laptop PC 17-By4000 (18B36AV) can not install an OS due to the install errors Not to worry I will help you to get a resolution to resolve the issue.
Please try the following Troubleshoots steps.
1. Turn off the Unit.
2. Disconnect the AC adapter.
3. Remove any discs from the disc drive.
4. Remove memory cards from the card reader slot.
5. Disconnect all nonessential peripheral devices, such as printers, scanners, external hard drives, and USB flash drives.
6. Disconnect the AC adapter press and hold the power button for approximately 15 seconds.
7. Reconnect the AC adapter, and then turn on the computer.
Step 2
Turn off the unit and please press and hold the Windows key + letter B key and the power button together for 30 seconds after 30 seconds, 1st release the power button but keep holding the Windows key and B key for ten more seconds and then release these two keys If done correctly, you will see the display flashing once. Please attempt it thrice as this step and Restart the unit
Step3
The unit has to be turned off, Press Win+ V while holding these two keys then Press the Power button, Continue to hold all three keys for 30 seconds and then release the Power button first and then release these two keys Please attempt it thrice and then you may get a Pop-Up CMOS Check and it will restart the unit
Even if you don't get a Pop-up restart the unit manually after 3 attempts.
Please update Windows and HP support assistance updates
And update Bios and other drivers please click on the link. to update the drivers.
follow this link to run the test hardware test
Click here and follow the troubleshooting steps- HP PCs - Performing a System Recovery
How to troubleshoot Windows Installer errors
I hope this helps! Keep me posted.
Please click “Accepted Solution” if you feel my post solved your issue, it will help others find the solution. Click the “Kudos/Thumbs Up" on the bottom right to say “Thanks” for helping!
A_Gayathri
HP Support Community Administrator.
10-14-2023 10:38 AM
@rusty_b,
We haven’t heard from you, this post is in reference to the thread you created on your friendly neighborhood (HP Support Community).
I would like to know if the resolution we provided worked for you.
If you have any other queries, feel free to reply at any time, and thank you for being a valuable member of our HP Family.
If you would like to thank us for our efforts to help you, go to the public post & give us a virtual high-five by clicking the "Thumbs Up" icon below, followed by clicking on the "Accept as solution" on my public post.
Have a great day ahead!
A_Gayathri
HP Support Community Administrator.
10-14-2023 01:47 PM
@rusty_b,
Thank you for your response, I really appreciate your efforts. As the issue still persists, I am sorry to hear that This needs one-on-one interaction I'm sending out a private message to assist you with the next course of action.
Please check your Private message icon on the upper right corner of your HP Community profile Next, to your profile Name, you should see a little blue envelope, please click on it or simply click on this link.
Hope this helps! Keep me posted for further assistance.
Please click “Accept as Solution” if you feel my post solved your issue, it will help others find the solution. Click the “Kudos, Thumbs Up" on the bottom right to say “Thanks” for helping!
A_Gayathri
HP Support Community Administrator.