The message "no operating system found" followed by "press any key to continue" typically appears when the BIOS can't find a bootable operating system on the selected drive. Here are a few steps you can take to troubleshoot and resolve this issue: 1. Check Boot Order in BIOS: - Enter the BIOS setup during boot (usually by pressing a key like F2, F10, or Del at startup). - Verify that the SSD with the operating system is set as the first boot device in the BIOS boot order. 2. Check SATA Cable and Power Connection: - Ensure that the SATA cable connecting the SSD to the motherboard is securely plugged into both the motherboard and the SSD. - Check the power connection to the SSD to ensure it's properly connected and providing power. 3. Repair the Boot Configuration: - Boot from a Windows installation or repair disk (USB or DVD). - Select the repair option and navigate to the Command Prompt. - Run automatic repair commands like bootrec /fixmbr, bootrec /fixboot, and bootrec /rebuildbcd. 4. Check Disk Management: - If you can access the system, check Disk Management to ensure that the SSD is detected and is marked as the primary boot drive. 5. Update or Reinstall Bootloader: - Consider updating the bootloader software (like GRUB or Windows Boot Manager) on the SSD. 6. Test the Drive: - Test the SSD on another system if possible to ensure it's functioning correctly. - If available, use diagnostic tools to perform a health check on the SSD. 7. Clean Install of Windows (Last Resort): - Ultimately, if all other methods fail, you may need to consider a clean install of Windows on the SSD. By going through these steps, you can diagnose and potentially resolve the issue of the "no operating system found" message during startup. If the problem persists, it might indicate a fault with the SSD itself, and further hardware troubleshooting may be necessary.
