ssd now showing up at the windows 11 setup menu when i want to download windows on it

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2026-07-10T18:25:41.47+00:00

I have a computer and when I go to install Windows, the disk isn't recognized. I know the disk is good though, because Linux installers can install to it just fine

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  1. Scott Nguyen 1,965 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-07-10T19:05:22.73+00:00

    Hello,

    This issue is often caused by the Windows installer not including the required Intel Rapid Storage Technology (IRST) or AMD RAID driver for your storage controller, while Linux kernels include these drivers by default.

    First, check whether the SSD is detected by the system:

    • Verify that it appears in your BIOS/UEFI.

    During Windows Setup, press Shift + F10 to open Command Prompt, then run:

    diskpart
list disk

    If the SSD does not appear, Windows cannot communicate with the storage controller.

    If the drive is not detected, check your BIOS/UEFI settings for options such as Intel VMD, Intel RST, or RAID Mode. If any of these features are enabled, try disabling VMD/RST and changing the storage controller to AHCI (if your system supports it). Save the changes, restart, and try the Windows installation again.

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