System fails to recognize the MOBO logo post-SSD upgrade.
System fails to recognize the MOBO logo post-SSD upgrade.
Received an M.2 NVMe 2TB SSD and noticed the PC fails to boot past the logo screen. Should it be initialized? Do I have to install Windows as well? I’ve tested with and without the original 2.5-inch SSD (Samsung EVO or similar). Please assist—I just need storage, but I’m open to installing Windows if it works. TIA
Yes, it needs to be set up and presented in the same way as any other storage device. When using the Windows Media Creation Tool to install Windows, it handles everything during the setup process. Be careful and have confidence.
We require additional details about your setup to assist effectively. It seems you started from a 2.5 SSD with an NVMe drive, and there might be confusion about shared resources between M.2 slots and SATA ports. It’s possible you need to relocate your 2.5 SSD to a different SATA port to run both devices simultaneously.
Understanding the motherboard model can assist in resolving issues.
mobo is an ASUS B450M PRO4 with a Ryzen 2600. I placed it in the slot meant to disable an SATA port, which caused it to boot with both components. Now I struggle to see the logo in the NVME slot, whether it has a 2.5-inch SSD or not. I haven’t found any case that recognizes it in the BIOS/Windows setup.
The Crucial SSD model you're referring to is likely the P3 series. You've encountered issues with counterfeit or faulty units, and with only the NVMe drive installed, your system may display errors like "Incorrect Boot Drive." It seems your device might be defective.
It seems the installation didn’t show up in the BIOS drive list. Have you checked the Boot section to confirm it appears in any slot?
It seems like a P3 board, but I'm not sure if it should be returned. I've tried using it alone on both slots, but it's not showing up in any storage or boot menu. I'm really stressed about this.