Windows 10: SSD not in BIOS bootable drive list after upgrade to Windows 11 with new components

I recently upgraded my computer with new Motherboard, CPU, RAM and GPU. With this new build I installed Windows 11, see specs below.Initially booted fine, though I tried changing RAM profile to XMP 1 and after this my old SSD #1 did not appear in the BIOS list of bootable drives.I cleared the CMOS and installed windows on a seperate SSD #2 and found I could access all the files on this drive but it was still not appearing in the list of bootable drives.I reinstalled windows on old SSD #1 though when I edited registry, in attempt to fix a loop of the shutdown button restarting the computer, the

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third sata drive not bootable ?

Exactly. On the where do you want to install Windows screen, it has the list of all 3 drives, but when I choose the new drive is when it says it cannot install because the drive is not a bootable drive. If I select one of the other drives with XP installed it doesn't give that message.

 

Windows 11 installation from USB to bigger NVME SSD drive

Hello - I recently got a Crucial T500 NVME SSD and I'm trying to install Windows 11. I have Windows 11 installed on my current SSD (this is purely a space upgrade), so I know I don't have any hardware incompatibility, and the installed drive is visible on the install screen. But, after copying all the files, installing, and restarting, it does not boot to Windows 11 but back to the bootable USB. The BIOS do not even recognize the SSD as a bootable drive, and the installation media doesn't see any drive that needs repairing, so it's like nothing is happening. But, when I reinstall my original hard drive, I can access the new drive and I can see the Windows file structure added to the new drive (users, windows folder, program files, etc.) Any suggestions?

 

My pc will only turn onto the bios settings

If your PC is only turning on to the BIOS settings and you are unable to boot into Windows, it may be due to a hardware issue or a problem with the operating system. Here are some steps you can take to try and fix the issue:

1. Check the boot order in BIOS:
   

• Enter the BIOS settings by pressing the appropriate key (usually F2 or Del) during startup.
  
• Look for the "Boot" or "Boot Order" section and ensure that the hard drive or SSD that contains the operating system is set as the first boot device.
  
• Save any changes and exit the BIOS.
  

1. Check for loose connections:
   

• Turn off your PC and unplug it from the power source.
  
• Open up the PC case and check all connections between components (such as the hard drive or SSD and the motherboard) to ensure they are properly seated.
  
• Close the PC case, plug it back in, and turn it on to see if the issue is resolved.
  

1. Perform a startup repair:
   

• Use the Windows installation media (such as a USB drive or DVD) to boot into the advanced options screen.
  
• Select "Startup Repair" and follow the prompts to attempt to repair any issues with the Windows operating system.
  

1. Reinstall Windows:
   

• Use the Windows installation media to perform a fresh install of the operating system.
  
• Note that this will erase all data on the hard drive or SSD, so make sure to backup any important files beforehand.
  

If none of these steps solve the issue and you continue to see the "no bootable device detected" message, it may be due to a hardware failure such as a faulty hard drive or SSD. In that case, you may need to replace the failing component or seek professional assistance.