BIOS detects SSDs even though Windows isn't installed.
BIOS detects SSDs even though Windows isn't installed.
I assemble a PC for a friend, everything functioned properly for about a week until it began displaying random blue screens and eventually stopped powering on. I resolved the power cycling issue and managed to boot into BIOS, but the SSD containing the OS failed completely. Now I must reinstall Windows, though both the NVMe and SATA drives appear in BIOS but aren’t visible when selecting the installation drive. What steps should I take to resolve this?
Hey, I'll look into a few more details in the BIOS. Just make sure you didn't accidentally turn on RAID features, since that would mean installing the raid drivers on the installation USB. I ran into a similar issue on a refurbished PC when I was trying to reinstall Windows recently.
You need to explore alternative options since the available drives aren't showing up in the advanced settings. Consider checking other storage solutions or contacting support for further assistance.
Recent bios updates could be useful. Have you checked the NVMe configuration? Edit – The guide clarifies details within the bios for reference if needed.
Reinstalling windows requires re-initializing the secondary drives. Refer to the guide here: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/window...-new-disks. Apologies for misunderstanding your post—I noticed you haven’t reinstalled yet, which is the correct step. Also, confirm whether you’re using a USB installation media stick for setup.
during installation of Windows on a fresh mainboard, it isn't always necessary but often you must obtain and install AHCI/raid disc controller drivers at the disk selection screen. most modern boards include a built-in option to save this driver in the BIOS, eliminating the need afterward. however, if you accidentally reset it, you'll have to reapply the driver. typically available on the manufacturer's support site, make sure to save it to the folder you transfer to your installation USB. when installing the driver, choose that directory during setup.