I've got a Dell 1564 that'shaving trouble loading the OS (fresh install). I ran the diag disc and got Error 4400:011a and SCSI_0-000-DSK_GENERIC_MULTI-CARD-TARGET NOT READY. What do I do from here?
This is a new hard drive in the machine. I start it, it proceeds to load, but hangs when it gets to the "Starting Windows" screen with the pulsing flags. Normally when i install it in other machines it goes there for a moment, then moves to an install screen.
How to Reinstall the OS in a Dell computer without disc
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I have partitioned the drive, but in a different computer. It reads healthy in my other computer when I slave it in. I bought this machine without a HD, the previous owner said it had failed. I'm using a Windows 7 disc. Although i just now noticed in the BIOS the supervisor password is clear, but the user password is locked. It won't highlight. Is this perhaps an issue?
Lol, I sure hope not. Came in the original box with the paperwork and a few Dell discs.
Well, if that is the case then I suggest you contact Dell. Passwords on a laptop are not easy to clear. If Dell feels you have a case they can fix things for you. Going back to your original post, The boot order may not be correct. Try to enter the BIOS (setup).
System Setup (BIOS) Utility —
To access the Function Key Behavior:
Press <F2> during POST (Power On Self Test) to enter the 1. System Setup (BIOS) utility.The link below is to the user manual.
http://downloads.dell.com/Manuals/a...
Depending on boot order it either goes to the pulsing flags, or a blue screen with a message saying windows has been shut down to avoid damage to the system.
