1. Change or reset the BIOS configuration
To check the BIOS settings, follow these steps:
a. Restart the computer
b. Press the necessary key to open BIOS menu. This key depends on the computer manufacturer and computer model. This is usually listed on the first screen that appears on the monitor. It can be any of the following: Esc, Del, F2, F8, F10 or F12.
c. If the screen shows multiple keys, find the key to open “BIOS”, “setup” or “BIOS menu”
d. Check the BIOS’ main screen to see whether it detects the hard drive, and the boot order to see if it is set correctly.
If the hard drive is not detected properly, consider replacing the data cables, or resetting the BIOS settings to default values. Here are the steps to reset BIOS settings:
a. Enter the BIOS screen by following the steps outlined above
b. Find the “Reset to default” or “Setup default” option – it could be either a hotkey, or an option in the menu
c. Choose the reset option, and answer “Yes” when prompted for a confirmation
d. Then, select the “Exit -> Exit saving changes” option.
2. Run Automatic Repair
The Windows Automatic Repair may recover certain boot process related errors in some cases. Here are the steps to access the Automatic Repair from an install disc:
a. Boot from Windows install disc
b. Click Next in the setup page after selecting proper language, time and keyboard input
c. Click Repair your computer and select Troubleshoot
d. Click on Advanced options
e. Select Automatic Repair and select your operating system.