BIOS fails to detect Windows 11 during UEFI setup.
BIOS fails to detect Windows 11 during UEFI setup.
Your system is facing issues with the new SSD not being recognized or booting into Windows 11. Here’s what might be happening and how to approach it:
- The motherboard is configured for UEFI, and the GPT partition table is set up, which is a requirement for Windows 11.
- Your current PC boots normally with this drive, but your other PC does not.
- The BIOS on your working PC is updated to the latest version, which should support newer OS versions.
- You’ve already updated the BIOS and changed settings to UEFI, so that part seems done.
- The SSD you’re using (likely a WD Black or similar) was previously working with Windows 10, but now it’s failing to boot into Windows 11.
Possible reasons:
1. **Drive compatibility** – Even though the drive is GPT and UEFI, some older drives may not support the latest Windows versions.
2. **BIOS settings** – Ensure that the BIOS is set to fast boot mode and that the correct firmware version is installed.
3. **Driver issues** – The USB driver for Windows 11 might not be compatible with your motherboard or the SSD type.
4. **Physical damage or corruption** – The drive could be failing internally, which would explain why it doesn’t boot consistently.
Recommendations:
- Try formatting the drive to GPT and ensure all partitions are correctly recognized.
- Check for any firmware updates on the motherboard manufacturer’s site.
- Use a different USB port or cable to rule out hardware issues.
- If possible, test the SSD with another PC to confirm it works there.
- Consider using a different SSD if the problem persists.
If you need further help, feel free to ask!