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How to Fix "Missing Operating System" Error Message on HP Computer?
by HP Support Number HP Technical SupportWhile working on an important project on your HP computer, if it stops suddenly working, it will be such an annoying situation anyone can encounter. Most of the users reported that their HP computer stops responding at the middle of important work and start showing error message "Missing Operating System" or "Operating System Not Found" that appears before Windows XP or Windows 2000 is started. In case you are also facing the same error, then it is recommended that contact experts at HP Help Number.
The Missing Operating system error message might appears due to the following reason; the computer’s BIOS does not detect the hard drive, there is damaged hard drive on your computer, the Windows Master Boot Record located on the hard drive is corrupted or virus impacted and more. In order to deal with the problem of your HP computer, try to use one of the methods given below-
Method 1- Test the Hard Drive:
- In the first step, you need to simply plug the AC Adapter into the computer.
- Now, you need to press and hold the Power button for few seconds in order to turn off the computer.
- In the next step, you have to press and hold the F10 key during the time you press the “Power” button in order to turn on your computer.
- Further, you will see a BIOS Setup Utility, here; you have to choose the “Tools” menu by using the use the Right Arrow key.
- Here, you need to choose the Hard Drive Self-Test.
- At last, you have to press the “Enter” key in order to start the test.
The Hard Drive Self-Test simply provide an estimated test time. Once you press the Enter key, a
The Hard Drive Self-Test will provide an estimated test time. Once you press the “Enter” key, a Quick test, a Comprehensive test, and a SMART test will execute.
Method 2- Repair the Master Boot Record:
The Master Boot Record is an option of the hard drive used by HP computers in order to start Windows OS. In case the Master Boot Record is corrupted, then your computer will not get started. Here, use the steps given below to repair the Master Boot Record.
- Firstly, you need to insert the Windows OS Disc into the optical drive.
- Now, you are required to press and hold the Power button for few seconds in order to turn off the computer. Further, you have to press the Power button again in order to turn on the computer.
- In the next step, you have to press the Enter key once prompted to Boot from CD.
- Afterward, press the “R” key in order to start the Recovery Console from the Windows Setup Menu.
- Here, press the “Enter” key at the C:\> prompt type FIXMBR
- Further, you will be prompted with a question that if you want to write a new Master Boot Repair, here simply press the “y” key
- You have to restart your HP computer after the Master Boot Repair is written successfully.
In case you are unable to troubleshoot the problem or facing any other issue with your HP computer, feel free to call on out helpline HP Technical Support Phone Number +1-877-645-7494. The number belongs to our support service where you will be supported with the best class service and solutions. We offer one of the best support solutions in order to make your HP computer free from technical glitches and issues.
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