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Diagnostic Error - PSA 1000-0142
Can anyone give me a better explanation of what this error means. Drive Self Test failed. Status byte = XXh.
Obviously there is an error on my HDD but will a re-installation of Windows XP fix it (skipping the bad part of the drive to write to somewhere else)?
If yes I would need a Dell Laptop Latitude D600 (2004) XP SP1 Windows re-install disk if anyone has one. I can't find mine.
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March 7th, 2010 03:00
Hi, ursalee,
This drive needs to be replaced. You can request a replacement Windows XP disc by completing this form. There is a nominal charge, like $10. Alternatively, you could borrow a Dell XP reinstallation disc from a friend.
Here is the reinstallation procedure.
Good luck!
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March 7th, 2010 08:00
I had a quick search for a drive for the D600 on the dell site, but couldn't find one, can I pick these up from BestBuy or?
Thank you
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March 7th, 2010 11:00
Hi, ursalee,
Yes, this drive at Best Buy should work. I believe they will install for a very nominal fee if you buy it there. Just be sure to remind them your system requires an ATA drive, NOT SATA.