Windows 10: Dell XPS HDD Replacement - PC Won't Start Up; Can't Get to BIOS

Discus and support Dell XPS HDD Replacement - PC Won't Start Up; Can't Get to BIOS in Windows 10 Installation and Upgrade to solve the problem; Community, Appreciate any assistance! I have a Dell XPS that had a HDD failure; ePSA diagnostics returned a code 1042. I then did the following:... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Installation and Upgrade' started by Sinjin99, Jan 3, 2020.

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    Dell XPS HDD Replacement - PC Won't Start Up; Can't Get to BIOS


    Community,


    Appreciate any assistance!


    I have a Dell XPS that had a HDD failure; ePSA diagnostics returned a code 1042. I then did the following:


    1. Replaced the HDD.

    2. Downloaded Dell's OS Recovery Tool to build an installation media file USB.

    3. Followed directions to reset the new HDD Dell's AssistSupport.

    4. Initial steps of download performed fine. Was presented with initial Windows install screens.

    5. Prompted to establish internet connection. Successfully connected with personal wifi.

    6. Windows proceeded with install; provided message of "We have important <steps to perform>"

    7. Walked away for 60-90 minutes and when i returned, there was a black screen.

    8. Waited 30 minutes and nothing. Turned PC off.


    Now I can't even get the Dell logo to appear. Actually, the monitor doesn't even recognize a signal and never turns on. Keyboard and mouse recognize a signal and their lights flash on. As such, i can't even get to BIOS or UEFI.


    Any ideas?

    :)
     
    Sinjin99, Jan 3, 2020
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