Windows 10: Why does my HDD sometimes not turn on?

Discus and support Why does my HDD sometimes not turn on? in Windows 10 BSOD Crashes and Debugging to solve the problem; So I have a strange question. Some times when I turn on my computer my BIOS will display B4 at the bottom of my screen and my HDD will not turn on. I... Discussion in 'Windows 10 BSOD Crashes and Debugging' started by CreeperKing, Oct 15, 2019.

  1. CREEPERKING
    CreeperKing Win User

    Why does my HDD sometimes not turn on?


    So I have a strange question. Some times when I turn on my computer my BIOS will display B4 at the bottom of my screen and my HDD will not turn on. I have a light on my computer that indicates HDD activity. This light will briefly turn on and go out and my BIOS will not be able to detect my HDD I also do not hear my HDD running. Am I correct in thinking that I have a problem with my HDD? I have checked the connections and they are fine also the BIOS detects my other hardware, I also have my display connected to my graphics card so that should show that every thing else is working fine. I also know for a fact that when this problem happens my BIOS does look to find other boot options. It would seem that I have a problem with my HDD, is this correct?


    Edit: I also tried disconnecting the data cable from the HDD and I turned on the computer and I did not get B4 or any other error codes, it just started right to my BIOS. So this makes me think the HDD has a problem.

    :)
     
    CreeperKing, Oct 15, 2019
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  2. KEM MON
    Kem Mon Win User

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    Hi Johan,

    It is possible that your
    HDD was unreadable
    causing the error message to appear. We recommend that you perform these troubleshooting steps and check if there are any changes:


    • Shutdown
      your
      PC.

    • Unhooked
      the
      HDD
      and
      turn on
      your
      PC.

    • Reconnect
      your
      HDD
      and
      restart
      your
      PC.

    If the issue persists, we suggest that you contact your
    laptop/computer's manufacturer
    for further assistance.

    Update us on how it goes.

    Regards.
     
    Kem Mon, Oct 15, 2019
    #2
  3. JOHANKAAN
    Johankaan Win User
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    Johankaan, Oct 15, 2019
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  4. MARTIN BAR
    Martin Bar Win User

    Why does my HDD sometimes not turn on?

    HDD Corrupt ?

    Hi,

    There are many possible reasons this issue is happening. We'd like to ask few questions below:

    • What is the brand name of you Hard Disk Drive?
    • How old is the HDD?
    Since you already tried multiple troubleshooting steps, we suggest visiting the manufacturer's website. Find and download a hard drive diagnostic software to help resolve the issue.

    Let us know how it goes.
     
    Martin Bar, Oct 15, 2019
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