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Device fails to recognize storage devices during Windows 11 setup

Device fails to recognize storage devices during Windows 11 setup

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I_mex380_I
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06-27-2021, 12:13 AM
#1
I’m really worried about this laptop. The MSI katana 17 B12VFK isn’t recognizing either of my two SSDs, even after replacing the original one. I took it to a friend, wiped it, and brought it back, but now it won’t detect any drive in the installer. It shows up in the BIOS, but that’s about it. What options do I have?
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I_mex380_I
06-27-2021, 12:13 AM #1

I’m really worried about this laptop. The MSI katana 17 B12VFK isn’t recognizing either of my two SSDs, even after replacing the original one. I took it to a friend, wiped it, and brought it back, but now it won’t detect any drive in the installer. It shows up in the BIOS, but that’s about it. What options do I have?

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Skizot
Junior Member
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06-27-2021, 09:57 AM
#2
Restart your BIOS to default configurations and verify it's operating in AHCI rather than Raid mode for the storage controller.
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Skizot
06-27-2021, 09:57 AM #2

Restart your BIOS to default configurations and verify it's operating in AHCI rather than Raid mode for the storage controller.

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JaccoSVL
Junior Member
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06-27-2021, 11:45 AM
#3
Check your boot configuration settings. Ensure the boot device is set to AHCI and not RAID. You can verify this in the BIOS/UEFI or through system settings.
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JaccoSVL
06-27-2021, 11:45 AM #3

Check your boot configuration settings. Ensure the boot device is set to AHCI and not RAID. You can verify this in the BIOS/UEFI or through system settings.

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XxMelindaxXBAE
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07-02-2021, 08:44 PM
#4
You're feeling a bit confused about accessing that mode. Let me help clarify how to get there.
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XxMelindaxXBAE
07-02-2021, 08:44 PM #4

You're feeling a bit confused about accessing that mode. Let me help clarify how to get there.

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Up2Date
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07-10-2021, 10:04 AM
#5
When searching for your background, you discover the settings related to SATA mode on MSI laptops using Click BIOS. Follow the path: Settings > Advanced > Integrated Peripherals, where you’ll locate the "SATA Mode" option to modify it to preferences such as AHCI or RAID.
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Up2Date
07-10-2021, 10:04 AM #5

When searching for your background, you discover the settings related to SATA mode on MSI laptops using Click BIOS. Follow the path: Settings > Advanced > Integrated Peripherals, where you’ll locate the "SATA Mode" option to modify it to preferences such as AHCI or RAID.

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TheSimple
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07-10-2021, 10:33 AM
#6
You may need to obtain IRST drivers from MSI's website, transfer them to a Windows USB drive, and install them via Windows Setup. If this approach fails, turn off the VMD controller in BIOS by disabling the grayed-out option. You might have to access the hidden menu using: Right Ctrl + Right Shift + Left Alt + F2, which reveals hidden settings. System Agent > Intel VMD should then be disabled.
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TheSimple
07-10-2021, 10:33 AM #6

You may need to obtain IRST drivers from MSI's website, transfer them to a Windows USB drive, and install them via Windows Setup. If this approach fails, turn off the VMD controller in BIOS by disabling the grayed-out option. You might have to access the hidden menu using: Right Ctrl + Right Shift + Left Alt + F2, which reveals hidden settings. System Agent > Intel VMD should then be disabled.