Windows 10: Pc boots to black screen when ssd is connected

Hello I bought a new ssd to use for storage. Pc works and boots fine without it but when I turn the pc on when connected it boots to a black screen, then flashes to another black screen and sits there. I’ve tried many methods so far and can’t seem to figure out why it would do that. I also cannot enter bios with ssd connectedMy motherboard is asus prime b450m-a Ssd is a silicon power 512gb sata III 2.5”, packaging references “notebook” so maybe it’s only for laptops?

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Black screen after booting

Hi Darlene,

There are several reasons why this issue occurs, such as a corrupted driver, Internet connection, third-party software, and external hardware or devices. For us to investigate the issue, please clarify the following:

• Can you verify if the issue occurred during the update or after installing the update?
• Are you able to log in to your computer?

In the meantime, we suggest performing the steps provided on this link to resolve your black screen
issue. On the "Troubleshoot black screen or blank screen errors" section, select the error that you're experiencing from the options provided.

Get back to us with the result.

 

PC Build Steps

Ok just because I like steps i am going to create some steps. Please give me the stamp of approval/disapproval

• Install system in case
  • Remember to connect SSD and optical to same SATA ports on motherboard
• Turn on PC
• setup HDD
• run blend test in prime95 for 30-60 min
  • run realtemp at the same time

• While in Prime95 test
  • if CPU goes above 70c in RealTemp, I have a leaky CPU
  • if my system locks up or blue screens, there is an instability in the system somewhere
  • if my system does not lock up or blue screen, my CPU is not damaged and I am in the clear!

What do you guys think??

 

Black screen with no spinning dots when booting the PC

Hi,



Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.



I understand that you are facing issues while booting the PC as it is stuck at black screen.



I would suggest you to follow the steps mentioned below and see if that helps.



Method 1:



Refer the section I see a black screen before signing in to Windows 10
from the article
Troubleshoot black screen or blank screen errors and see if that helps.



Method 2:



Try booting the PC to safe mode and check. Refer the article

Start your PC in safe mode in Windows 10



If the issue persists, please get back to us with the details of the troubleshooting steps to assist you further.



Regards,

Prakhar Khare

Microsoft Community – Moderator