Check motherboard compatibility with M.2 slot using manual or Windows system information. Choose PCIe M.2 SSD for faster speed, SATA M.2 SSD has two notches. Ensure correct physical size (22mm width, 30mm-110mm length) and M.2 key type. Gather necessary tools including flat head screwdriver and antistatic wrist strap
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BIOS settings may not be configured properly. SSD may not be properly connected to computer. Disk management issues can arise from outdated drivers
M.2 SSD may not be properly connected to motherboard. SSD may be faulty or malfunctioning. BIOS may not configure SSD as startup disk. Operating system or motherboard may not be compatible
SSD may not show up in BIOS but appear in Windows Explorer. SSD may not show up in Windows but appear in Device Manager
M.2 SSD detection problems are common, affecting both NVMe and SATA drives. Physical installation must be correct with label side facing user. M.2 slot compatibility varies by motherboard model. M.2 slot may share bandwidth with other ports. BIOS settings need to be configured for M.2 mode