[snip] >> Things I would try: >> >> Go into BIOS and make sure settings are still proper (sometimes it can >> get wiped out and set to bad values) >> >> Make sure BIOS can see the HDD manufacturer and model number etc. >> >> If not, power off, re-seat the HDD cables and try again >> >> If yes, boot from liveCD and use your favorite tools to examine the drive >> >> If the drive is visible, partition table in-tact, then I would try to >> chroot into your gentoo and reinstall your boot loader like in the >> installation handbook >> >> If drive is not visible, take it out and hook it up to another computer >> >> If other computer can read it, maybe your motherboard/controller got >> fried somehow >> >> If other computer can't read it either... buy a new HDD and restore >> from your most recent backup ;) > > Thank you everyone. The system is remote so I will give this a try > ASAP. BTW, this happened due to someone pushing the power button > during an eclean operation. > > - Grant
I'm amazed but disconnecting and reconnecting the IDE and power cable fixed it. Which is your favorite tool for testing a HD's integrity with and without S.M.A.R.T. support? - Grant
