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on startup2 Causes of this Error2.1 Cause 1: Incorrect BIOS boot order2.2 Cause 2: Faulty data cables2.3 Cause 3: HDD is damaged3What Is A Disk Read Error Occurred On A Laptop
Fixing “Disk boot failure” on Windows3.1 Fix 1: Change BIOS boot order3.2 Fix #2: Remove newly installed hardware, check data cables and jumpers3.3 Fix #3: Check HDD for failures3.4 Fix #4: Run chkdsk4 More https://www.cnet.com/forums/discussions/disk-boot-failure-what-is-it-and-what-can-i-do-to-resolve-it-257993/ Information4.1 Linked Entries4.2 Support Links4.3 Applicable Systems About "Disk Boot Failure" The following information on this error has been compiled by NeoSmart Technologies, based on the information gathered and reported by our global network of engineers, developers, and technicians or partner organizations. Description and Symptoms The error messages, alerts, warnings, and symptoms below are tied to this error. Symptom 1: "Disk Boot Failure" https://neosmart.net/wiki/disk-boot-failure/ error screen on startup Every time a computer is turned on, as part of the boot process the BIOS tries to find a bootable drive to continue the loading process by starting its first sector. However, if BIOS is unable to find a drive to boot from, then a "Disk Boot Failure" error screen is displayed and the boot process is halted. Here is an example of "Disk Boot Failure" error screen for all versions of Windows: DISK BOOT FAILURE - INSERT SYSTEM DISK AND PRESS ENTER Causes of this Error This error has been known to occur as a result of one of the following causes: Cause 1: Incorrect BIOS boot order The most common cause of this error is an incorrect order of boot devices in BIOS. Usually BIOS tries to find a bootable drive according to its boot device order, so if a PC has a floppy drive set to a higher priority than a hard drive, and there is a floppy disk inserted - then the PC tries to boot from a floppy disk, and a error message is displayed. Cause 2: Faulty data cables Like allor other disk in the computer. Below are different recommendations to try before assuming the http://www.computerhope.com/issues/ch000929.htm diskette, disc, or other disk is bad. Floppy diskette, CD, or DVD disc in the computer If you are attempting to boot the computer from a floppy diskette, CD, or other disc follow the below recommendations. Make sure no floppy diskette or CD is in the computer since the computer may be trying to boot from a non-bootable disk, disk read which may cause this error. Remove the floppy diskette or CD from the computer and put it back in and press any key to continue. Try rebooting the computer. Recreate the bootable diskette or CD you are attempting to boot since the disc may be bad. If this is a CD or DVD (not burned) try cleaning the disk read error disc or make sure there are no smudges or finger prints on the bottom of the disc. Try booting the diskette or disc in a different computer. If that computer can boot without the error it is likely you have a problem with your drive. Basic floppy disk drive troubleshooting. No diskette or CD disc in the computer If you have no diskette or CD in the computer and are getting the Disk I/O error as the computer is starting this is referring to your hard drive. Unfortunately, this is often an indication of a hard drive failure, follow the hard disk fail recommendations for additional steps in troubleshooting this issue. Additional information See the I/O overview page for further information and related links. Was this page useful? YesNo Feedback E-mail Share Print Search Recently added pages View all recent updates Useful links About Computer Hope Site Map Forum Contact Us How to Help Top 10 pages Follow us Facebook Twitter Google+ Pinterest YouTube RSS © 2016 Computer Hope Legal Disclaimer - Privacy Statement