T4850CT: Error message: "HDC Error - Insert System Disk in Drive"

Hi there...
Can anyone help? I think I know what the error message means...but don't quite know how to fix it. Any Ideas? I am currently trying to find a system disk online - for this old laptop
On startup...the laptop counts up its memory and displays this error message:
HDC Error
Insert system disk in drive
I can access the Setup System and that seems to be about all!!? On the QuickRead Status Bar...it recognises/activates the Hard Drive and the Floppy Drive.
Any help is totally appreciated ([email protected])
Message was edited by: anjasomething

Hello
I have seen this problem when there is not enough power coming from the Ac adapter or when the machine is being used with a battery only and the battery is too weak.
Hope this help
Bye

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