Device not located in system.
Device not located in system.
The laptop started but displayed an error message, and after restarting it worked fine, though the problem repeated whenever I tried to boot again.
Ensure the Boot device is properly secured. If using SATA, inspect the cable or port; with NVMe, consider removing and reinserting it. It might simply be failing, but without a SMART test we can't confirm. Check for diagnostics in the System Boot menu—they may appear (e.g., Hard Drive Check option). Otherwise, use Crystal Disk Info in Windows to perform the check.
The problem with connectors shouldn't really happen on a laptop, is that seems unlikely.
the situation is more common in laptops due to their mobility and frequent relocation. these components experience occasional movement, which can lead to damage over time. regarding your question, if it's an hdd, yes—it tends to be more vulnerable to harm from motion or sudden shifts.