Windows doesn't recognize the NVMe SSD during setup.
Windows doesn't recognize the NVMe SSD during setup.
If no device is detected, I would attempt to reinsert it. Also check the memory, GPU, etc. If that fails, try connecting through a different M.2 port on the motherboard—use the second or third one if available. If that doesn’t work, it’s likely the motherboard or the M.2 slot itself. In that scenario, I’d use an external enclosure for the M.2 drive and test it on another computer; if it works there, the issue is the motherboard, otherwise the drive. Also, ensure the BIOS is set to default and update the firmware as recommended.
No, I haven't accessed Windows Disk Management or performed any formatting on a drive.
I'm setting up Windows for the first time and got the PC yesterday.