Laptops Error Codes
47 error codes across 2 brands. Find your code, what it means, and how to fix it.
HP
35 codesSystem board failure or power issues detected by embedded controller.
The main area (DXE) of BIOS has become corrupted with no recovery available.
Embedded controller is recovering boot block or DXE.
A diagnostic code indicating hardware issues detected by HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI, requiring replacement of hardware components.
Failure ID generated by HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) upon detecting hardware failure.
Embedded controller has timed out waiting for BIOS to return from memory initialization.
The computer is running on battery power, not connected to the AC adapter.
The AC adapter light turns on signifying it’s properly connected; however, there’s an issue with supplying power to the laptop.
Indicates issues in the audio-out/microphone jack; such as faulty hardware, physical damage, software conflicts.
Low battery warning — battery charge is from 0 to 90 percent.
The embedded controller has timed out waiting for BIOS to return from memory initialization.
The embedded controller has timed out waiting for BIOS to return from graphics initialization, possibly indicating a missing or faulty MXM module.
The system board displays a power failure (crowbar), indicating an extreme overcurrent or overvoltage event.
The embedded controller cannot find valid firmware or two boot block failures have occurred.
Three consecutive boot block failures indicate a serious firmware issue or hardware failure.
Indicates computer in sleep mode or low power state, awaiting user interaction to resume.
Indicates that there might be physical damage to the device, like water leakage.
BIOS area not found — BIOS corruption issue.
A diagnostic code generated when a hardware failure is detected by HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows.
Hardware replacement is required as determined by diagnostic tests.
A failure that requires hardware replacement has been detected during a diagnostic test.
The hard drive or eMMC is actively being accessed by the computer.
Overheating detected — internal temperature too high.
A fault indication showing system issues detected by HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI when computer does not start in Windows.
System board displays a power failure.
Embedded controller has timed out waiting for BIOS to return from graphics initialization.
Indicates system overheating or thermal issues preventing startup or continued operation.
Indicates battery has reached dangerously low level or is not charging, possibly due to cable disconnection.
Indicates no power supply to the device or defective LEDs.
May occur if power supply or charger is malfunctioning, leading to an unresponsive system.
The computer is in Sleep mode.
Critical battery level warning — battery reaches low charge or device fails to start.
The computer is turned off or in Hibernation mode.
Embedded controller cannot find valid firmware, system board replacement is needed.
The embedded controller is recovering the boot block or DXE firmware recovery.
Toshiba
12 codesProcedure for viewing and changing a function's value through digital interface, such as motor FLA.
Status Display Mode indicating motor currents through a cycle.
Indicates 2 amps of current flowing to ground on motor leads or motor, possibly indication of minor grounding issues.
Shows variable amounts of current grounding through motor system, indicating potential issues with insulation or wiring integrity.
Ground current levels exceeding normal ranges, implying significant leakage or grounding problems.
Motor has 83% thermal capacity remaining.
Indicates that the starter is inhibited from being reset due to dynamic Thermal Capacity required for a successful start not regained.
Indicates an overload trip condition during operation mode due to external Overload Relay.
Settings for automatic reset functions which can cause the unit to restart without warning.
Displays historical fault data and statistics.
Motor Full Load Amperes (FLA) not set, which is a required parameter for the unit to operate.
Starter has tripped due to the Thermal Register reaching 0000. (Lowest thermal capacity available).