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11-28-2024 07:21 AM
Hi @Brenda1116,
Welcome to HP Support Community.
Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you.
The 3F2 error on an HP All-in-One PC typically indicates a boot device not found or hard drive-related issue. This error often arises when the system cannot detect the storage drive or the boot configuration is misconfigured.
Here’s a step-by-step guide to troubleshoot and potentially resolve the issue.
Check Boot Order in BIOS
- Enter BIOS Setup:
- Restart your PC and press the Esc key repeatedly until the startup menu appears.
- Press F10 to enter BIOS Setup.
- Verify Boot Order:
- Navigate to the Boot Options menu.
- Ensure the internal hard drive is listed as the first boot device.
- If not, adjust the boot order using the on-screen instructions.
- Save Changes:
- Press F10 to save changes and exit.
Run Hardware Diagnostics
- Restart your PC and press Esc repeatedly during startup.
- Select System Diagnostics (F2) from the menu.
- Run a Hard Drive Test:
- Perform a Quick Test and an Extensive Test.
- If the drive fails, it likely needs replacement.
Check Hard Drive Connections
- Open the back panel of your PC (if you're comfortable doing so) and check if the hard drive is securely connected.
- If the connection seems loose or dislodged, reseat the drive and restart the system.
Rebuild the Boot Configuration Data (BCD)
- Create a Windows Recovery USB on another PC:
- Download the Windows Media Creation Tool from Microsoft's website.
- Boot from the USB:
- Insert the USB into your HP PC and restart.
- Press Esc repeatedly to access the boot menu and select the USB drive.
- Select Repair your Computer > Troubleshoot > Advanced Options > Command Prompt.
- Run the following commands:
bootrec /fixmbr
bootrec /fixboot
bootrec /scanos
bootrec /rebuildbcd
- Restart the PC and check if the issue persists.
11-28-2024 07:21 AM
Perform a System Recovery
If the hard drive passes the diagnostics but the error persists:
- Boot into the recovery partition (if available):
- Restart and press F11 repeatedly to access recovery options.
- Select Reset this PC and follow the on-screen instructions.
Replace the Hard Drive or SSD
If the hard drive fails diagnostics or the above steps don't resolve the issue:
- Replace the hard drive with a new one (consider upgrading to an SSD for better performance).
- Reinstall Windows using a recovery drive or USB.
I hope this helps.
Take care and have a good day.
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