Boot error with my Laptop (0xc00000e9 Info an unexpected I/O error has occurred)

fptosca

Hi all,
I'm trying to boot my laptop (old Fujitsu Lifebook A Series) and I can't. It's running Windows 7. The below error is displayed regardless if I start Windows normally or if I start on Startup Repair.


Windows has encountered a problem communicating with a device connected to your pc." A failing hard drive?

"Windows has encountered a problem communicating with a device connected to your pc.This error can be caused by unplagging a removable storage device...,or by faulty hardware such as a hard drive or CD-ROM.Make sure any removable storage is properly connected and then restart your pc.

File:\Boot\Bcd Status: 0xc00000e9 Info an unexpected I/O error has occurred."


I can access the BIOS Set up (F2) and the Boot Menu (F12) and all is set as per factory defaults there.

No device is connected to the Laptop and nothing has been installed since the last time I used it.

Any ideas what could be the problem and how to solve it?

Felipe

Gone Drinking

Edit:

I just reread your post and the error. Yea, this could be a case that its failing to boot from the disk because its knackered. Can you see the disk listed in the bios?

bonzodog2

Copy any important files. Check SMART status with a utility e.g. http://www.piriform.com/defraggler/download/standard

fptosca

Gone Drinking wrote: »

Edit:

I just reread your post and the error. Yea, this could be a case that its failing to boot from the disk because its knackered. Can you see the disk listed in the bios?

Yes, it's listed there

fptosca

bonzodog2 wrote: »

Copy any important files. Check SMART status with a utility e.g. http://www.piriform.com/defraggler/download/standard

Unfortunately, I cannot copy any files or check the status on that site because I cannot access the computer