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PC fails to download Windows?

PC fails to download Windows?

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Sindyion
Member
203
04-07-2025, 11:57 PM
#1
My brand new custom-built PC won’t install Windows at all! As soon as I power on the M.2 drive, I keep seeing BSODs every time without any exceptions. I’ve done everything possible and checked each component thoroughly. Still, Windows doesn’t download properly.

Details about my system:
Ryzen 7 5800X,
1050 Ti (placeholder),
3600mhz Gskill RAM,
Adata Legend 850 Lite,
Aorus X570 Elite.
Temperatures are normal, everything seems fine, but it still fails to boot Windows.

For some reason, I encounter errors like “Kernel_Security_Check_Failure” or “Driver_IRQL_Not_Less_Or_Equal.” What should I do? I’ve tried CMOS and almost anything else. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Note:
The motherboard is from a friend’s setup; it differs from my original. My old SSD was damaged, so the new one is fresh. The drive works on another PC, which suggests it’s functional.
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Sindyion
04-07-2025, 11:57 PM #1

My brand new custom-built PC won’t install Windows at all! As soon as I power on the M.2 drive, I keep seeing BSODs every time without any exceptions. I’ve done everything possible and checked each component thoroughly. Still, Windows doesn’t download properly.

Details about my system:
Ryzen 7 5800X,
1050 Ti (placeholder),
3600mhz Gskill RAM,
Adata Legend 850 Lite,
Aorus X570 Elite.
Temperatures are normal, everything seems fine, but it still fails to boot Windows.

For some reason, I encounter errors like “Kernel_Security_Check_Failure” or “Driver_IRQL_Not_Less_Or_Equal.” What should I do? I’ve tried CMOS and almost anything else. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Note:
The motherboard is from a friend’s setup; it differs from my original. My old SSD was damaged, so the new one is fresh. The drive works on another PC, which suggests it’s functional.

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CockelWhool
Junior Member
3
04-07-2025, 11:58 PM
#2
checking the current BIOS version on the motherboard
updating the BIOS for the motherboard
identifying the SSD and its corresponding M.2 slot
guidance on installing Windows
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CockelWhool
04-07-2025, 11:58 PM #2

checking the current BIOS version on the motherboard
updating the BIOS for the motherboard
identifying the SSD and its corresponding M.2 slot
guidance on installing Windows

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Sneakyginger8
Senior Member
580
04-07-2025, 11:58 PM
#3
Hello there! Are you moving your operating system from a previous setup? You'll need to reinstall the OS once you switch platforms or boards.
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Sneakyginger8
04-07-2025, 11:58 PM #3

Hello there! Are you moving your operating system from a previous setup? You'll need to reinstall the OS once you switch platforms or boards.

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DustMC_
Member
207
04-07-2025, 11:58 PM
#4
I put in the newest BIOS update, placed the M.2 storage at the front, and started setting up Windows using the Windows installation media or a similar method, resulting in Windows 11. Via a flash drive.
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DustMC_
04-07-2025, 11:58 PM #4

I put in the newest BIOS update, placed the M.2 storage at the front, and started setting up Windows using the Windows installation media or a similar method, resulting in Windows 11. Via a flash drive.

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squaresquire
Junior Member
24
04-07-2025, 11:58 PM
#5
It's unusual I've never had an operating system installed on this board and drive. I'm attempting a fresh Windows installation. Thanks!
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squaresquire
04-07-2025, 11:58 PM #5

It's unusual I've never had an operating system installed on this board and drive. I'm attempting a fresh Windows installation. Thanks!

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AniStarYT
Member
57
04-07-2025, 11:58 PM
#6
did you secure the solid-state drive using a screw? verify that the drive isn't in contact with anything beneath the motherboard
test the alternative m.2 port
reboot the system by using a jumper switch
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AniStarYT
04-07-2025, 11:58 PM #6

did you secure the solid-state drive using a screw? verify that the drive isn't in contact with anything beneath the motherboard
test the alternative m.2 port
reboot the system by using a jumper switch

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Annaa
Junior Member
46
04-07-2025, 11:58 PM
#7
Do you know the distinction between downloading and installing something? They are not the same and should not be used the same way.
Regarding your issue:
Ensure AXMP/DOCP is turned off and the RAM runs at 2133mhz during installation.
Try using a single RAM module.
Boot from the Windows installation media USB (not via M.2 drive).
Prepare the target drive by cleaning it before installing Windows. Use DiskPart's clean method.
Windows 11 also needs TPM to be enabled.
You might have better success with Windows 10.
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Annaa
04-07-2025, 11:58 PM #7

Do you know the distinction between downloading and installing something? They are not the same and should not be used the same way.
Regarding your issue:
Ensure AXMP/DOCP is turned off and the RAM runs at 2133mhz during installation.
Try using a single RAM module.
Boot from the Windows installation media USB (not via M.2 drive).
Prepare the target drive by cleaning it before installing Windows. Use DiskPart's clean method.
Windows 11 also needs TPM to be enabled.
You might have better success with Windows 10.