A customer encounters an error during startup stating that no bootable media is present, though earlier usage did not indicate any failure signs. You have determined that the startup sequence settings are correctly prioritized in the system firmware interface and that the storage components are accurately listed. What should be your NEXT step in resolving this startup issue?
Verify the integrity of the Master Boot Record (MBR) or GUID Partition Table (GPT) to identify possible corruptions preventing startup.
Physically reconnect all internal storage connectors to address possible loose or detached cables.
Install a new primary storage component to replace any potentially failed hardware.
Execute a firmware update for the system to ensure all components are up-to-date.
In this scenario, system firmware is able to detect the primary storage device, but the startup process is unable to proceed due to the absence of recognizable bootable media. This suggests that, even if the hardware might be intact, the information essential for booting, contained in the system's Master Boot Record (MBR) or GUID Partition Table (GPT), might have been altered or damaged. Addressing potential corruption in these areas is a practical troubleshooting approach. Meanwhile, options like firmware updates or reassessing cable connections are unlikely to resolve the issue, as the preliminary checks have shown device recognition and no recent disturbances to the system that could affect physical connections.
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