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Re: System won't boot after successful Debian installation



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David Schulberg wrote:
> Hi,
> 
>  
> 
> I have installed Debian 4.0 without any apparent problem. However when I
> boot the PC I am getting the error ‘Primary master hard disk fail’.
> 
> When the computer starts up the BIOS recognizes my sole HD as the
> primary master.
> 
>  
> 
> Is this a problem with the hard disk itself? The HD is a new warranty
> replacement from Western Digital so I would expect it to be OK.

Have a look at this page:

http://www.pcguide.com/ts/x/sys/booterr-i.htm

and follow the link that says ‘Primary master hard disk fail’.

Is it a BIOS message? If so, you could try opening up your case and
tightening the cabling.

Cheers,
Cassiano Leal
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