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Hello,

I have a HP 15-ay031nt Z9A13EA with windows 8.1 and I have a boot loop problem. Also I have the long dst failed problem with my hard drive. I tried to send it to authoratized technical service but they didn't take because the laptop is older five years. I added the boot loop problem photos.1727165754982.jpg1727165772968.jpg

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You need to install a new hard drive and reinstall the operating system.

 

The product specs indicate that your notebook came with W10 Home from HP.

 

HP Notebook - 15-ay031nt Product Specifications | HP® Support

 

If you want to replace the 500 GB mechanical hard drive, I recommend that you replace it with a better performing 2.5" SATA solid state drive (SSD).

 

Below is the link to the service manual:

 

HP Notebook PCHP 250 G5 Notebook PCHP 256 G5 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide

 

 

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