I'm having trouble installing Windows 11 Pro on my brand new custom-built computer. Here are the specs I used:
- Mainboard: ASRock A520M-HDV
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5700G
- RAM: 2x Patriot Steel 8GB DDR4-3600
- Storage: WD Black SN850X NVMe
So far, I've activated the XMP profile to ensure my RAM runs at its proper speed, disabled the Compatibility Support Module (CSM), and set secure boot to user mode with it disabled. I created a bootable Windows 11 installation on a 14.4GB USB thumb drive.
When I select my NVMe drive (which has no partitions) during the installation process and check to remove any existing data, the installation fails suddenly at some percentage.
I've tried using the Windows Media Creation Tool to create the bootable installer, formatting it both as FAT32 and NTFS (the tool converts it back to FAT32). I also attempted to download a Windows 11 image from the official website and used Rufus with various settings, including GPT partitioning and UEFI target system set up without CSM.
Does anyone have suggestions on what else I could try? Is it safe to use Rufus for downloading Windows, or should I stick to the official image? Additionally, is there a log file I can check for details on why the installation is failing?
4 Answers
Double-check if your motherboard has the latest BIOS version installed. Updates can sometimes resolve weird installation issues. Also, keep secure boot enabled—it usually helps with installations.
It sounds like you might need to enable secure boot. A few users have reported that leaving it off can lead to installation failures. Also, using Rufus is generally safe, just make sure you get the latest image from a reliable source!
If all else fails, consider installing Windows on a virtual machine first and then transfer the virtual disk to your physical system. It might help you bypass some of the installation hiccups.
I noticed you mentioned formatting your drive as NTFS. For UEFI systems, Windows might prefer FAT32, so keep that in mind when you're creating your bootable drive!
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