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    Dead Qosmio X305-Q715

    Discussion in 'Toshiba' started by old busted, Apr 21, 2012.

  1. old busted

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    Won't boot. We get an error message about windows detecting a virus or similar and not wanting to boot to avoid damage. Tried to reload OS (7/64 HP) and it can't find the HDD. Tried a different HDD and it still can't find it. The error message also suggested the HDD controller might be the culprit. Any ideas on a path to trouble shoot?
     
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    have you tried the 'safe mode' log in?
     
    Captain Razer, Apr 21, 2012
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    Yes. There is a significant time delay in the boot process as well, maybe 5 minutes. Thanks for the reply. We're going to trash it and build the kid a desktop. It went 4 years. Not too shabby.
     
    old busted, Apr 24, 2012
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    I suggest you to update or reset the BIOS by disconnecting the CMOS battery before throwing it away! then sell it later for $600!
     
    Captain Razer, Apr 24, 2012
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    How much plastic comes off to reach the CMOS bat?
     
    old busted, Apr 26, 2012
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    I'm thinking it needs a new mobo. Best place to get one if I wanted to go for it?
     
    old busted, May 2, 2012
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