Grub not working after HD power failure

Topic says it all.. i already fsck'd the disks and all files are readable...
But after reinstalling grub (and even after doing a complete reinstall of the base system including grub install) i get a "NOT A SYSTEM DISK" error...
I  have no clue how to solve this... as grub isnt even trying to start up...
Last edited by Rasi (2008-08-17 13:48:10)

Hi,
a defect PSU could also be the cause for both of your problems. It would explain the HDD power failure as well the changes in the BIOS (assuming your CMOS battery is empty).
You better check this first
Br

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