The MacOS fails to start after a fresh installation.
The MacOS fails to start after a fresh installation.
Confirm the SSD is properly connected, and verify that the Windows system displays an I/O error message.
The SSD is properly connected and recognized by GParted and Disk utility. With MacOS, Windows, and Linux all showing similar boot problems, the issue might lie in the firmware.
Consider updating the SSD's firmware first and retest. If unsuccessful, examine the SSD for bad sectors or other issues. Should nothing appear, perform the Apple Hardware Test as described: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201257. For Macs released after 2013, use the alternative link at the top of the page.
I completed the Apple hardware testing without encountering any problems. Reviewing Samsung's site showed no available firmware updates. Examining the SMART status of the drive revealed normal readings (as expected for a brand-new device).
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