Updating Windows 10 on outdated devices
Updating Windows 10 on outdated devices
I'm working on upgrading an old PC into a media server. It's assembled and functioning, but I'm attempting to install Windows 10. The system runs a very outdated BIOS and was initially installed via a disc drive, though I'm using a thumb drive now. To start the installation, I needed to adjust the BIOS settings and set the thumb drive as the primary boot device. Once that was done, the installer launched and loaded onto the SSD. If I let it restart normally, it immediately tries to reinstall Windows again. However, if I manage to get it into the boot sequence and switch the SSD to top priority, it pauses and displays an error about a PXE test failure. What could I be missing?
Try removing the SATA cables from their device. After that, it should function properly once you adjust the boot sequence to use the SSD or eliminate the USB during startup.
The installer probably programmed the bootloader on one of the hard drives, which suggests starting from that drive might be effective. However, you can reinstall with the devices disconnected to prevent this problem.
This occurs frequently. I typically disconnect all secondary drives during installation of Windows just in case.