Solved Trying to install Windows 11 on Laptop with NVME m.2 drive.


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Kusho50

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The Windows installer still can't see a NVME drive. This is rather annoying. Microsoft should really fix this. I tried to google the problem but all the solutions show what to do with Windows to prepare the drive. Currently the system has Fedora Lenux installed. So I can't run any Windows programs to prepare the drive. I believe I have to add some drivers to the USB drive with the Windows installer, but I don't know where to get these drivers or how to put them on the USB drive and it still be bootable. I do have other computers running Windows, so a Windows method for creating this USB drive that will see the NVME drive so i can install Windows. Any help would be appreciated.
 
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HI, specs would be great. Laptop or desktop. Model and brand
 

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    A USB 3.0 in the Express Card Slot
You can get the drivers for the NVMe from the manufacturer's website, download the drivers in a folder, add it to the Windows bootable USB pen drive and get windows installed:
 

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    Windows 11 23H2
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    Intel i7-7700k
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    Asrock Z270 Taichi
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    16 GB
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    Benq 1080p
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    NVMe, SSD and HDD
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    Cooler Master
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    75 Mbps
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You need Intel IRST (Intel Rapid Storage Technology) drivers.
 

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    Windows 11
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    Homebuilt
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    AMD Ryzen 7 3800XT
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    ASUS ROG Crosshair VII Hero (WiFi)
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    32GB
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    EVGA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti
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    Windows 11 Education
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    Dell Inspiron 7773
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    Intel i7-8550U
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    32GB
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    Nvidia Geforce MX150
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    Realtek
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    1920 x 1080
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    Toshiba 512GB NVMe SSD
    SK Hynix 512GB SATA SSD
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    Fast!

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    Win7,Win11
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    i5-8400
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    gigabyte b365m ds3h
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    2x8gb 3200mhz
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    benq gw2480
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    bequiet pure power 11 400CM
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    cryorig m9i
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    pentium g5400
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    gigabyte b365m ds3h
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    1x8gb 2400
    PSU
    xfx pro 450
The problem is that Windows-based apps can't work with Linux drive formats. I would use, and have used, the free GPARTED [GNU Partition Editor] LiveCD created from the downloaded .iso file then boot to it to delete any non-Windows partitions or all partitions on the drive then boot the Windows installing media. Linux LiveDVDs also have GPARTED included but the installed version may not but can get it. Booted to the LiveDVD can allow using USB Image Writer to create a 4GB or larger USB Thumb drive [using the Linux .iso file for the source] which is bootable. The reason for using bootable media/OS is the installed OS can't be running, won't kill itself.
 

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  • OS
    Win11 Pro RTM
    Computer type
    Laptop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Dell Vostro 3400
    CPU
    Intel Core i5 11th Gen. 2.40GHz
    Memory
    12GB
    Hard Drives
    256GB SSD NVMe M.2
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    Windows 11 Pro RTM x64
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    Dell Vostro 5890
    CPU
    Intel Core i5 10th Gen. 2.90GHz
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    16GB
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    Onboard, no VGA, using a DisplayPort-to-VGA adapter
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    24" Dell
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    512GB SSD NVMe, 4TB Seagate HDD
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Berton said:
The problem is that Windows-based apps can't work with Linux drive formats. I would use, and have used, the free GPARTED [GNU Partition Editor] LiveCD created from the downloaded .iso file then boot to it to delete any non-Windows partitions or all partitions on the drive then boot the Windows installing media. Linux LiveDVDs also have GPARTED included but the installed version may not but can get it. Booted to the LiveDVD can allow using USB Image Writer to create a 4GB or larger USB Thumb drive [using the Linux .iso file for the source] which is bootable. The reason for using bootable media/OS is the installed OS can't be running, won't kill itself.
Click to expand...
Respectfully, that is not the problem. The drive will still show up on the list of drives screen, even if it has Linux partitions on it.

The drivers required are one of the two .zip files here:
www.intel.com

Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Driver Installation Software with Intel® Optane™ Memory (10th and 11th Gen Platforms)

The Intel® Rapid Storage Technology (Intel® RST) Driver (18.7.6.1010.3) supports the configuration and enabling of multiple features.
www.intel.com www.intel.com

More than likely non-VMD, unless VMD option is turned on in the BIOS options.
 

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  • OS
    Windows 11
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    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Homebuilt
    CPU
    AMD Ryzen 7 3800XT
    Motherboard
    ASUS ROG Crosshair VII Hero (WiFi)
    Memory
    32GB
    Graphics Card(s)
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti
  • Operating System
    Windows 11 Education
    Computer type
    Laptop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Dell Inspiron 7773
    CPU
    Intel i7-8550U
    Memory
    32GB
    Graphics card(s)
    Nvidia Geforce MX150
    Sound Card
    Realtek
    Monitor(s) Displays
    17"
    Screen Resolution
    1920 x 1080
    Hard Drives
    Toshiba 512GB NVMe SSD
    SK Hynix 512GB SATA SSD
    Internet Speed
    Fast!
Sorry its a HP Laptop 17 - by 4xxx
4J8C8UA#ABA
SN# 5CG21295PH

included the SN cause that is what the HP site asks for. Not seeing the drivers when I go under my product on the HP site.
 
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System One

  • OS
    Windows 11
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Self Built
    CPU
    AMD Ryzen 9 - 5900X
    Motherboard
    ASUS ROG STRIX B350-F Gaming AM4
    Memory
    Corsair Vengeance LPX 64GB(4x16GB)
    Graphics Card(s)
    XFX Swift AMD Radeon RX 9070XT
    Hard Drives
    Silicon Power ACE A58 SLC Cache Performance Boost 2.5" 4TB SATA
    Nextorage Japan NEM-PA 4TB Internal Solid State Drive, M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4
    PSU
    EVGA SuperNOVA 850 G+, 80 Plus Gold 850W
    Case
    COUGAR DuoFace Pro RGB Black ATX Mid Tower Gaming Case
    Cooling
    Noctua NH-D15 SE-AM4
Thank you for all the replies. I have been working on College homework. I'll dive into these fixes tomorrow and see if any work.

Did find a fix on the HP site...
h30434.www3.hp.com

Windows Installation USB can't see new m.2 nvme.

I am trying to install windows 10 on a new nvme that I install in the computer. It is the only drive in the computer and the bios can see it. I am unable to see it in the windows 10 installer, windows 11 installer, and in hiren's. I was able to install ubuntu on it to see if the hard drive is...
h30434.www3.hp.com h30434.www3.hp.com
haven't tried any fixes yet.
 
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My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 11
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Self Built
    CPU
    AMD Ryzen 9 - 5900X
    Motherboard
    ASUS ROG STRIX B350-F Gaming AM4
    Memory
    Corsair Vengeance LPX 64GB(4x16GB)
    Graphics Card(s)
    XFX Swift AMD Radeon RX 9070XT
    Hard Drives
    Silicon Power ACE A58 SLC Cache Performance Boost 2.5" 4TB SATA
    Nextorage Japan NEM-PA 4TB Internal Solid State Drive, M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4
    PSU
    EVGA SuperNOVA 850 G+, 80 Plus Gold 850W
    Case
    COUGAR DuoFace Pro RGB Black ATX Mid Tower Gaming Case
    Cooling
    Noctua NH-D15 SE-AM4
Berton said:
The problem is that Windows-based apps can't work with Linux drive formats. I would use, and have used, the free GPARTED [GNU Partition Editor] LiveCD created from the downloaded .iso file then boot to it to delete any non-Windows partitions or all partitions on the drive then boot the Windows installing media. Linux LiveDVDs also have GPARTED included but the installed version may not but can get it. Booted to the LiveDVD can allow using USB Image Writer to create a 4GB or larger USB Thumb drive [using the Linux .iso file for the source] which is bootable. The reason for using bootable media/OS is the installed OS can't be running, won't kill itself.
Click to expand...
Not the cause of the problem. Windows installation looks for the hardware, not the format. Windows installation is fast falling behind all the required drivers (their generic drivers no longer work with newer technology) so it falls upon the user(s) to add the (newer) drivers to the installation boot drive. Easily navigatable to that drivers folders when prompted during installation.

(And because this is now becoming more and more common, and users are starting to realise the 'tricks" I suspect MS is not in any hurry to remedy the situation .... Memo from MS : suck it up, get used to it)
 

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  • OS
    Windows 11 2xH2 (latest update ... forever anal)
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    PC/Desktop
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    HP Slim S01
    CPU
    Intel i5-12400
    Memory
    8GB
    Graphics Card(s)
    NVIDIA GeForce GT730
    Sound Card
    OOBE
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    Acer 32"
    Screen Resolution
    1920x1080
    Hard Drives
    512GB KIOXIA NVMe
    1TB SATA SSD
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    OOBE
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    OOBE
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    OOBE
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    BT
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    BT
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    Brave FFox Chrome Opera
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    KIS
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    Windows 11 Pro 2xH2 (latest update ... 4ever anal)
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    Laptop
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    HP Pavillion 15
    CPU
    i7-1165G7 @ 2.80GHz
    Graphics card(s)
    Intel Iris Xe Graphics
    Hard Drives
    Samsung NVMe 512GB
    + numerous/multiple SSD Type C USB enclosures
    Internet Speed
    NBN FTTN 50
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    Brave
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    KIS
Kusho50 said:
Sorry its a HP Laptop 17 - by 4xxx
4J8C8UA#ABA
SN# 5CG21295PH

included the SN cause that is what the HP site asks for. Not seeing the drivers when I go under my product on the HP site.
Click to expand...
It is there in the drivers list on HP website. Intel Rapid Storage Technology Driver under Driver-Chipset. For some reason it seems like you don't believe me when I post that is the driver you need and provided the link to it.
 

My Computers

System One System Two

  • OS
    Windows 11
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Homebuilt
    CPU
    AMD Ryzen 7 3800XT
    Motherboard
    ASUS ROG Crosshair VII Hero (WiFi)
    Memory
    32GB
    Graphics Card(s)
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti
  • Operating System
    Windows 11 Education
    Computer type
    Laptop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Dell Inspiron 7773
    CPU
    Intel i7-8550U
    Memory
    32GB
    Graphics card(s)
    Nvidia Geforce MX150
    Sound Card
    Realtek
    Monitor(s) Displays
    17"
    Screen Resolution
    1920 x 1080
    Hard Drives
    Toshiba 512GB NVMe SSD
    SK Hynix 512GB SATA SSD
    Internet Speed
    Fast!
nope1jpg.jpg


Inputting Win 11 22h2 it only shows this:

nope.jpg


Input Windows 11 instead click submit and it then shows the drivers. Weird.

yep.jpg
 

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  • OS
    Win7,Win11
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    PC/Desktop
    CPU
    i5-8400
    Motherboard
    gigabyte b365m ds3h
    Memory
    2x8gb 3200mhz
    Monitor(s) Displays
    benq gw2480
    PSU
    bequiet pure power 11 400CM
    Cooling
    cryorig m9i
  • Operating System
    win7,win11
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    CPU
    pentium g5400
    Motherboard
    gigabyte b365m ds3h
    Memory
    1x8gb 2400
    PSU
    xfx pro 450
That worked. Downloaded the drivers and added it to the USB installer.
Thanks for your help.
 

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System One

  • OS
    Windows 11
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    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Self Built
    CPU
    AMD Ryzen 9 - 5900X
    Motherboard
    ASUS ROG STRIX B350-F Gaming AM4
    Memory
    Corsair Vengeance LPX 64GB(4x16GB)
    Graphics Card(s)
    XFX Swift AMD Radeon RX 9070XT
    Hard Drives
    Silicon Power ACE A58 SLC Cache Performance Boost 2.5" 4TB SATA
    Nextorage Japan NEM-PA 4TB Internal Solid State Drive, M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4
    PSU
    EVGA SuperNOVA 850 G+, 80 Plus Gold 850W
    Case
    COUGAR DuoFace Pro RGB Black ATX Mid Tower Gaming Case
    Cooling
    Noctua NH-D15 SE-AM4
Download Intel VMD NVMe drivers, load those during install screen, if they are compatible.
 

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