Error code 0142

Here are some of the most common reasons for Dell error code 2000 0142;
Loose SATA connection cables
Usually, people ignore the fact that the loose SATA connection cables can be a reason for your trouble. If IDE or SATA is not properly attached or are not in their finest condition, this may create an issue for you. Loose attachment at either one of the ends is prone to create errors like these.
Corrupt MBR and bad sectors on the hard drive
The viruses on your computer can corrupt the MBR, master boot record is a record on a hard drive that tells the computer where to find the Windows operating system. So, if the MBR gets corrupt, this issue might become your fate. Not only this but the bad sectors on the hard drive also the culprit of this error.
Hardware damage
If not the above two reasons, then certainly your drive has hardware damage. It may have mechanical damage, overheating damage, mechanical damage including a broken reader head and broken spindles, etc.


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How To Fix The Dell Error Code 0142?
Dell laptop error 0142 generates due to sudden hard-drive crash of the laptop by restricting users to perform its regular schedule which includes detection of all storage devices. According to Dell Printer Technical Support experts, it further leads to improper functioning of hard drives which leads to unsaved data in the laptop. But there is nothing to be worried about it much because our team has found a promising solution to resolve this issue promptly.
Steps to rectify Dell error code 0142
Step1: Windows disk installation and Reboot System
·Is it a big thing to take decision of installing disk of any other version of windows such as windows XP, 7 or vista into the PC. Installation should either be done by any of these available OS system and or by simply booting the system with the new disk. To boot the system with such external installed CD or DVD, users need to configure the OS with appropriate settings as advised by Dell Printer Tech Support team. While installing the windows CD or DVD, one needs to restart the system while holding and pressing the start button of the system via windows CD or DVD.
·Choose the start button to start the computer through CD or DVD drive. When you see that the screen is showing the "welcome to setup" message, then one needs to press and hold "R" key. If you have come across the dual boot or multiple-boot system then, choose the installation method which you wish to access via recovery console
·It is essential for users to insert the admin password for easy access to it.
Step2: Perform step 2 to finish the process finally
·Perhaps, for any random reason if users are unable to start the PC in that mode, then restarting it is essential in safe mode to reboot it in XP or Vista for scanning phase.
·Using the scanner button to repair system by typing the "fixmdr" command and then pressing enter to complete the scan and restart the PC is essential. For deadly damaged hard-disk, users need to repair or replace the hard by expert technician who can help you to complete this process successfully.
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This error code represents a failed hard drive. It will need to be replaced. You can order a hard drive from the Dell Spare Parts Department by calling 1-877-717-3355 in the US. You can also go to you local computer shop to purchase a hard drive.

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