Nonsystem disk/NTLDR missing message.
Cause | Solution |
Bootable hard drive is not attached as first in a
If attempting to boot from a hard drive, ensure it is attached to the system board dark blue SATA connector.
Bootable hard drive is not listed first in the Boot Order.
Run the Computer Setup utility and select Storage > Boot Order and ensure the bootable hard drive is listed immediately under the Hard Drive entry.
Computer will not boot from hard drive.
Cause | Solution |
The device is attached to a SATA port that has been hidden in Computer Setup.
1.Check SATA cable connections.
2.Run the Computer Setup utility and ensure Device Available is selected for the device's SATA port in
Security > Device Security.
Boot order is not correct.
Run the Computer Setup utility and change boot sequence in Storage > Boot Order.
Hard Drive's “Emulation Type” is set to “None.” (some models)
Run the Computer Setup utility and change the “Emulation Type” to “Hard Disk” in the device's details under Storage > Device Configuration.
Hard drive is damaged. | Observe if the front panel Power LED is blinking RED and if |
| any beeps are heard. See Appendix A, POST error messages |
| on page 187 to determine possible causes for the blinking |
| red and beep codes. |
| See the Worldwide Limited Warranty for terms and |
| conditions. |
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Computer seems to be locked up. |
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Cause | Solution |
Program in use has stopped responding to commands.
1.Use the task manager to close programs that do not respond.
2.Attempt the normal Windows “Shut Down” procedure. If this fails, press the power button for four or more seconds to turn off the power. To restart the computer, press the power button again.
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