Windows 10: PC Not Detecting New SSD

Discus and support PC Not Detecting New SSD in Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware to solve the problem; I just installed a new SSD. Two cables are attached to it I guess SATA and something else. When I boot up my PC I get something about selecting a boot... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware' started by Alex Kramer1985, Apr 5, 2025 at 9:17 PM.

  1. PC Not Detecting New SSD


    I just installed a new SSD. Two cables are attached to it I guess SATA and something else. When I boot up my PC I get something about selecting a boot device. I cannot select anything because this message is the only thing on the screen. I restart the PC and the message keeps coming up. If I plug back in my old SSD the PC boots but the SSD is not detected so it's like it's not even there.

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    Alex Kramer1985, Apr 5, 2025 at 9:17 PM
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    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??
     
    anandsap123, Apr 5, 2025 at 9:22 PM
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  3. davnav Win User
    new pc 1tb hdd to ssd clone advice needed

    Ive just bought a brand new lenovo pc which has windows 10 home 64bit and has a 1tb hard drive fitted, im looking for advice on the following.

    Ive fitted the ssd into the pc but its not shown up so need step by step guide on how to make it active ?

    Next I need help on how to clone the 1tb hdd to the
    Ssd drive, step by step and best software to use and have the ssd as the main drive then use the the 1hdd for storage.I just dont want to break my new system
    Thanks for your time.
     
  4. PC Not Detecting New SSD

    New ssd won't boot up without old ssd attached to pc - new ssd only has one partition

    Only the old ssd is listed in the boot order as the new ssd doesn't have an MBR partition.

    The pc recognizes both devices as connected (and I use the new ssd for more than a year with windows installed on it) it just doesn't have the necessary partition for booting up, thats why the ssd doesn't show up as an option in the boot order.
     
    Marnix Houthuys, Apr 5, 2025 at 9:22 PM
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