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Installation issues with VMD and NVME are common. Check compatibility, update drivers, and verify system requirements.

Installation issues with VMD and NVME are common. Check compatibility, update drivers, and verify system requirements.

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Marinated
Senior Member
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12-26-2021, 10:30 PM
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You've just installed a new PC with a Z690 motherboard, two 10TB HDDs for RAID 1, and VMD for Intel Rapid Storage. The NVMe Windows install isn't appearing in the NVME configuration, even though you're using it. Check if the drive is properly seated, connected correctly, and that your BIOS/UEFI supports NVMe. Also, ensure the correct drivers are installed and that your system meets the minimum requirements for NVMe SSDs.
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Marinated
12-26-2021, 10:30 PM #1

You've just installed a new PC with a Z690 motherboard, two 10TB HDDs for RAID 1, and VMD for Intel Rapid Storage. The NVMe Windows install isn't appearing in the NVME configuration, even though you're using it. Check if the drive is properly seated, connected correctly, and that your BIOS/UEFI supports NVMe. Also, ensure the correct drivers are installed and that your system meets the minimum requirements for NVMe SSDs.

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Ariel_A
Member
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12-26-2021, 11:58 PM
#2
Did you turn on VMD and set up your RAID prior to installing Windows? This can significantly alter how the storage controller functions, and Windows generally requires a fresh installation whenever those settings are modified (or a lot of adjustments).
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Ariel_A
12-26-2021, 11:58 PM #2

Did you turn on VMD and set up your RAID prior to installing Windows? This can significantly alter how the storage controller functions, and Windows generally requires a fresh installation whenever those settings are modified (or a lot of adjustments).

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RenAndNac_
Junior Member
3
12-27-2021, 12:18 AM
#3
Id skip the bios raid and use storage spaces for raid. Generally works bett, and more features. NO reason not to from what I see.
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RenAndNac_
12-27-2021, 12:18 AM #3

Id skip the bios raid and use storage spaces for raid. Generally works bett, and more features. NO reason not to from what I see.

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Pedro_0110
Junior Member
11
12-28-2021, 11:53 PM
#4
I understand your concerns. Breaking the RAID is fine, but installing Windows first might affect VMD settings. Creating the RAID again could resolve the NVME issue. Just make sure to follow the steps carefully.
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Pedro_0110
12-28-2021, 11:53 PM #4

I understand your concerns. Breaking the RAID is fine, but installing Windows first might affect VMD settings. Creating the RAID again could resolve the NVME issue. Just make sure to follow the steps carefully.

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MattIXC
Member
196
12-29-2021, 07:51 AM
#5
Isn't it much slower? And if anything goes wrong with the window installation—like malware or something similar—it could cause a big problem.
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MattIXC
12-29-2021, 07:51 AM #5

Isn't it much slower? And if anything goes wrong with the window installation—like malware or something similar—it could cause a big problem.

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MrGuy20
Junior Member
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12-29-2021, 07:56 AM
#6
Performance should remain largely consistent. The onboard raid also consumes CPU power, eliminating dedicated hardware controllers. Should software problems arise, they can be easily transferred to another operating system while maintaining volume access. Probably superior to the motherboard raid. Also, ensure you have a backup in case of malware or other issues.
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MrGuy20
12-29-2021, 07:56 AM #6

Performance should remain largely consistent. The onboard raid also consumes CPU power, eliminating dedicated hardware controllers. Should software problems arise, they can be easily transferred to another operating system while maintaining volume access. Probably superior to the motherboard raid. Also, ensure you have a backup in case of malware or other issues.

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mushroombomber
Member
67
12-29-2021, 04:05 PM
#7
I always keep a separate copy for the most critical data, I ran this raid one more time just to add even more protection.
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mushroombomber
12-29-2021, 04:05 PM #7

I always keep a separate copy for the most critical data, I ran this raid one more time just to add even more protection.

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squashypeas
Junior Member
7
12-30-2021, 06:16 PM
#8
I successfully got it running. First, I had to turn off certain settings in my BIOS like "Enable VMD Global Mapping" and "Map this Root Port under VMD" (not the SATA controllers). That allowed me to use VMD with NVME. Then I installed the RST drivers, and the HDDs began functioning properly.
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squashypeas
12-30-2021, 06:16 PM #8

I successfully got it running. First, I had to turn off certain settings in my BIOS like "Enable VMD Global Mapping" and "Map this Root Port under VMD" (not the SATA controllers). That allowed me to use VMD with NVME. Then I installed the RST drivers, and the HDDs began functioning properly.