Can a failing hard drive cause the "stop c00002la" error, and how can I check?

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Can a failing hard drive cause the "stop c00002la" error, and how can I check?
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Yes, a failing hard drive can definitely cause this error due to data corruption or inability to access system files. You can check the hard drive's SMART status (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) using tools available in the BIOS/UEFI or third-party utilities. Also, running `chkdsk /f /r` can help identify and potentially repair bad sectors, but it's important to back up your data first as the process carries some risk of data loss.