I have a Samsung EVO 870 SSD that I bought over a year ago, and recently it stopped being detected on any computer. It doesn't show up in the BIOS, Windows, Disk Management, or Device Manager, and I've tried multiple PCs and different USB connections. I've also attempted power cycling the SSD, but without any success.
Typically, I leave my PC running for long periods, but it was well-ventilated. Before it stopped working, I noticed some occasional Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) errors and a screen issue that hinted at a possible graphics card failure, which I didn't initially connect with the SSD problem.
Now that I've taken the SSD out of its casing and reconnected it via USB, I can feel some warmth on the board. Does that indicate it's receiving power, and might the problem lie elsewhere, perhaps in the data connection? I'm curious if I can troubleshoot further, maybe even use a multimeter for checks? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
3 Answers
If you’re looking to get a better idea of what might have gone wrong, getting dump files from your system could help with the BSOD analysis. If you can boot up your PC in Safe Mode, look in C:WindowsMinidump for those files. More info can lead to clearer answers about the errors! Also, keep an eye on your power supply.
Make sure to investigate any potential power issues too. If something fried your SSD, it might also affect your GPU and lead to those graphics problems you mentioned. Could be connected! Just a heads up to check everything carefully.
It sounds like you've checked a lot of avenues already. If BIOS isn't detecting the SSD and you've tried it with other systems, it's likely that the drive has failed. Unfortunately, peeling the warranty sticker off can void your chances for a replacement, but I get that you'd like to learn from this experience.
Swapping NAND chips is complex and usually not recommended unless you have experience—it's a delicate operation that usually requires specialized tools and knowledge.
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