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02-04-2023 08:54 AM - edited 02-06-2023 05:46 PM
BIOS issue?
I have ran the diagnostics and the system says everything has Passed all tests. i've ran these for hours, no issues, no overheating.
I installed Windows 10, it booted up, I ran Windows Update for the first time, it updated many things, including the Bios.
I restarted as directed, the system now freezes when loading windows, I left on overnight, it is still frozen.
I made a flash drive boot of windows, formatted SSD and HDD. Reinstalled Windows 10, does not make it through the loading screen again, I can't even get to the desktop to Update or anything. I try the other hard drive, same thing. I make a new flash drive with Windows 11, same story, both hard drives.
So I think, maybe the BIOS update screwed the computer up. I download BIOS update on flash drive, go to install as per instructions on HP website, I am told the files can not be installed due to an invalid signature read...
I can not find information to resolve this and I'm about 4 weeks into trying to fix this PC off and on. Does anyone have information that may help in reinstalling the BIOS and getting around this error?
UPDATE: I removed the chip on the motherboard to reset the BIOS, I cleared the CMOS, and even removed the battery from the motherboard for a bit and put everything back together. I ripped a 100% working hard drive from another pc and plugged it in, formatted it, and installed windows. Same exact issue is still happening. I am at the point that I believe the motherboard needs to be replaced. However, HP does not offer replacements for this motherboard "Sunflower".
I'm still willing to try further fixes if anyone suggests them. In the meantime I'm checking prices for compatible boards for this processor, videocard, and ram.