HP dx7500 - Microtower PC User Manual

Nonsystem disk/NTLDR missing message.
Cause Solution
The system is trying to start from the hard drive but the hard
drive may have been damaged.
1. Insert a bootable diskette into the diskette drive and
restart the computer.
2. Check the hard drive format using fdisk: If NTFS
formatting, use a third party reader to evaluate the drive.
If FAT32 formatting, the hard drive cannot be accessed.
System files missing or not properly installed. 1. Insert a bootable diskette into the diskette drive and
restart the computer.
2. Check the hard drive format using Fdisk: If NFTFS
formatting, use a third party reader to evaluate the drive.
If FAT32 formatting, the hard drive cannot be accessed.
3. Install system files for the appropriate operating system.
Hard drive boot priority needs to be changed in Computer
Setup.
Run the Computer Setup utility and change the boot priority
in Boot > Boot Device Priority.
Bootable hard drive is not attached as first in a multi-hard drive
configuration.
If attempting to boot from a hard drive, ensure it is attached to
the system board connector labeled SATA 0.
Bootable hard drive's controller is not listed first in the Boot
Order.
Run the Computer Setup utility and change the hard drive boot
order in Boot > Boot Device Priority > Hard Drive Group
Boot Priority.
Computer will not boot from hard drive.
Cause
Solution
The device is attached to a SATA port that has been disabled
in Computer Setup.
Run the Computer Setup utility and ensure SATA1
Controller is Enabled in the Advanced menu.
Boot order is not correct. Run the Computer Setup utility and change boot sequence
in Boot > Boot Device Priority.
Hard drive is damaged. See the Worldwide Limited Warranty for terms and conditions.
Computer seems to be locked up.
Cause
Solution
Program in use has stopped responding to commands. 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.
Table C-4 Solving Hard Drive Problems (continued)
158 Appendix C Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics

HP dx7500 - Microtower PC Specifications

General

Memory	Up to 8 GB DDR2 SDRAM
Form Factor	Microtower
Power Supply	300W
Processor	Intel Core 2 Duo, Intel Pentium Dual-Core, Intel Celeron
Storage	SATA hard drives up to 500 GB
Optical Drive	DVD-ROM or DVD+/-RW
Graphics	Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3100, Optional discrete graphics cards
Audio	Integrated High Definition Audio
Network	Integrated Gigabit Ethernet
Expansion Slots	1 PCI Express x16, 2 PCI Express x1, 1 PCI
Ports	USB 2.0, serial, parallel, VGA, audio in/out
Operating System	Windows Vista Business, Windows XP Professional, FreeDOS
Weight	Approx. 22 lbs (10 kg)