How do you reseat a hard drive and hard drive cable?
How do you reseat a hard drive and hard drive cable?
How to Reseat Internal Data and Power Cables
- Power Off the PC and Open the Computer Case.
- Remove External Power Cables and Attachments.
- Remove and Reattach Device and Motherboard Power Cables.
- Remove Data Interface Cable From First Device.
- Reattach Data Interface Cable From First Device.
- Remove and Reattach Remaining Data Cables.
How do I get my hard drive to work again?
Chill it down.
- Seal the drive in a zip-lock bag, and remove as much air as possible. Pop the drive into the freezer for a few hours.
- Plug the drive back into the computer and give it a try. If it doesn’t work immediately, power down, remove the drive, then smack it on a hard surface such as a table or floor.
How much does it cost to replace a HP laptop hard drive?
Hard Drive Replacements – $100-225. A lot of the time this depends on the hard drive you want/need.
Why does my computer say no hard drive found?
The “Drive not found, press F1 to continue” error may be tripping because the computer isn’t physically connected to the hard drive. The motherboard and hard drive may have a loose cable connection or the SATA cable and power cable may have worn out.
Does HP warranty cover hard drive failure?
Hard drive and memory damage Hard drive or memory damage not covered by the HP Standard Limited Warranty includes the following: Damage to the warranty seal, screw, or foil. Damage to cable connectors or ports. Damage to the panel.
How do I send in my HP laptop for repair?
How to Return a Laptop to HP for Repairs
- Contact HP customer service by calling them at if you are a home user and if you are a business customer.
- Discuss the problem you are having with the HP laptop with the tech support agent that assists you.
- Back up the data on your laptop, if possible, before shipping the computer back to HP.