Windows 10: My PC can't directly boot to my M.2 SSD, takes me directly to BIOS where I can boot into...

Hello, please me.When I plug in and turn on my PC it doesn't boot directly to windows 10, instead it takes to me to a screen where it suggests me to press F1 and boot to BIOS. When I press save & exit I didn't changed anything I just pressed Save & Exit directly in BIOS my PC boots normally to my M.2 SSD but as soon as I shut down and unplug the PC, I need to redo it all over again. Also every settings I change in BIOS doesn't get saved if I shutdown and unplugged the power source of my PC.I tried changing my boot order and boot priority but still the same issue.This happened when my

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My m.2 ssd is recognized in bios, but not as a boot device

Thank you very much for reaching out! As an Independent Advisor and fellow Microsoft user, I'm more than happy to assist you.

Here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot and potentially resolve this issue:

1. Check BIOS Settings

Ensure that your BIOS settings are correctly configured to recognize the M.2 SSD as a boot device:

• Enable CSM (Compatibility Support Module): Sometimes, enabling CSM can help the BIOS recognize the SSD as a boot device. You can find this option under the Boot tab in the BIOS settings.
  
• Set Boot Priority: Make sure the M.2 SSD is set as the first boot device in the boot priority list.
  

2. Update BIOS

Updating your motherboard's BIOS to the latest version can resolve compatibility issues with new hardware:

• Visit the ASUS official website to download the latest BIOS update for your ROG Strix B650 Wi-Fi motherboard.
  

3. Reinstall the SSD

Ensure that the M.2 SSD is properly installed:

• Remove the SSD and reinsert it firmly into the M.2 slot. Make sure it is securely fastened with the screw.
  

4. Initialize the SSD

If the SSD is new, it might need to be initialized:

• Boot into Windows using another drive, open Disk Management, and initialize the SSD as either MBR or GPT.
  

5. Check for Drive Mode Compatibility

Ensure that the M.2 slot you are using supports the type of SSD you have (SATA vs. NVMe):

• Some M.2 slots only support either SATA or NVMe, not both. Refer to your motherboard manual to confirm compatibility.
  

6. Repair Boot Configuration

If the SSD has Windows installed but is not recognized as a boot device, you might need to repair the boot configuration:

• Boot from a Windows installation USB, go to the command prompt, and use the following commands:
  
  
  This can help rebuild the boot configuration data.
  

7. Check for Hardware Issues

If none of the above steps work, there might be a hardware issue with the SSD or the motherboard:

• Test the SSD in another system to see if it is recognized as a boot device.
  
• If the SSD works in another system, the issue might be with the motherboard. Consider contacting ASUS support for further assistance.
  

Please feel free to reach out if you require any additional assistance. I'm here to help!

 

Installed m.2 ssd into my computer and it booted but then I restarted it and now it won't boot to the BIOS or Windows

I recently purchased a new NVME m.2 ssd for my PC. So I installed it no bother and then when I went to turn it on, everything booted normally and I was in windows. I noticed it didn't show up in the file explorer, so I decided to restart the pc and go to the bios but when I did, it beeps once when I turn it on but then doesn't boot to windows or the BIOS. I am quite confused with what the issue is.

My PC specs are-

• CPU- AMD Ryzen 5 2400G
  
• MOBO- Asus PRIME A320M-K
  
• GPU-ASUS AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT DUAL
  
• RAM- Corsair Vengeance 8GB 2400MHz
  
• HDD- Seagate 1TB Harddrive
  
• New SSD- WD Blue SN550 1TB NVME M.2 2280 PCIe Gen3 SSD
  

My monitor just stays black when I turn the PC on. I would appreciate any help.
Thanks.

 

My m.2 ssd is recognized in bios, but not as a boot device

Hi everyone, I put my western digital m.2 ssd with windows installed into my motherboard, an ASUS rog strix b650 Wi-Fi motherboard, it is showing up in BIOS as storage, but not as a boot device.

I have tried all three m.2 slots, but it has not worked.

M.2:
WD - Blue SN580 1TB Internal SSD PCIe Gen 4 x4 NVMe

I bought it from Best Buy

Thanks, Stephanie