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Subject:
Won't Read CD, External HD
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Tom Borkin <[log in to unmask]>
Date:
Tue, 25 Dec 2012 16:28:06 -0400
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Hi,
I inherited a HP Pavillion 9000 dv9413cl. I'm trying to wipe the HD and
install a new OS; however, when I try to boot from the CD by setting it
first in the BIOS it won't, ditto with an external HD. When I plug the HD
into a USB after booting the OS says it's recognized and correctly
installed; however, it doesn't come up in "My Computer". When I try to boot
with the external HD plugged in and hit Esc, it's not listed in the
bootable media available. The external HD is FAT-32 with Windows 7. The CD
is a Windows 7 installation disk. I cannot check my email often: I hope
this is enough detail to intelligently address the issue. Is this a
worm/virus? How do I wipe the HD and install a new OS?
TIA,
Tom

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