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July 6th, 2009 17:00

Dropped Vostro laptop error message 0142

I dropped my vostro laptop and now it won't run. Diagnostics shows the following error code: 0142. I think I need a new hard drive. If that is true, can I order a replacement from Dell without having to pay for expanded service (I am out of the warranty period)? If  get a new drive (I have replaced it once before under warranty), will it come with the OS installed or is that extra?

 

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t28pilot

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July 7th, 2009 07:00

You can order any 2.5" 9.5 mm SATA notebook hard drive from any vendor you choose.  Any drive will come blank and need to have the OS installed;  if you didn't get the DVD with the system and are in the US, see the link below (outside the US, contact your local Dell office).

http://support.dell.com/support/topics/global.aspx/support/dellcare/en/backupcd_form?c=us&cs=19&l=en&s=dhs&redirect=1

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