system initialization with error: ata2: COMRESET failed (errno=-16)

[emil]

For ata2, it tries a few times, then tries at a slower speed and then gives up but doesn't appear to log the port as down.

Does your system support removable media in any way ?

Yes, I use an external USB hard drive without any problems.

There's no CD/DVD drive being identified - does the system have one ?

No, this laptop does not have a CD/DVD drive.

Does the system have a slot for a memory card perhaps ?

Yes, SD card, and it's working.

From what you've told us so far, I don't think this is anything to worry about but it would be interesting to find out what's going on.

I really appreciate the info.
Yes, I agree... it would be nice to be able to understand what's going on, but apparently it's something complex.