The Windows 11 installation is failing to start.
The Windows 11 installation is failing to start.
In the BIOS, typically found in security or related sections, you'll find a secure erase feature. It may require some time based on drive size, generally involving a sequence like "write all 1's, then write all 0's" to completely wipe any data. (Note: A single cycle usually suffices, though government systems might need 5 to 100 cycles and could also destroy the drive)
It seems you relied on an external partitioning utility. Windows 11 needs particular setup—TPM, Secure Boot, and using GPT versus MBR are essential. Any mismatch could cause problems unless you're bypassing security. You can verify your hardware by following my instructions and using a live Linux CD. If it works, the system is likely in good shape.
I believe Parted Magic functions like a Linux distribution, so I’ll format the SSD using gpt or mbr. Hopefully this will resolve the recurring BSOD problems.
It's not a full operating system like Ubuntu. It's a utility for organizing storage partitions. You can use it as an alternative to Windows, but you don't need to install it to test. I verified your issue—it might point to a driver or hardware problem. Running Linux lets you check your hardware and possibly fix things using built-in tools. If that doesn’t help, try installing Windows from the USB drive again. Sometimes the Windows installer gets corrupted, so you may need to use the media creation software or download a fresh ISO file. There’s a chance the Windows setup itself is faulty. Some people suggest removing unnecessary devices before installation.
I’ll follow your suggestion, but I plan to test it on Saturday since I have work the next day. I’ll purchase a flash drive and set up a bootable Ubuntu environment, then attempt to boot it using the Live CD to check for any problems. I’ll share my results here and keep you updated on the Devil Box issues—lol!
You’ve received an error message about your brother’s motherboard and are unsure how to proceed. It seems there might be a CPU-related problem indicated by the code 70. You could consider re-seating the CPU or checking for loose connections. Researching further could help clarify next steps.