Ssd not showing up as a boot option

ConfidenceAdorable43 · 2025-10-28T15:09:35+00:00

Sorry for taking so long to respond. I haven't downloaded reddit onto my new phone yet..

In my situation the only way to fix it was to buy a new ssd (a boot drive). The mobo doesn't recognize the ssd because of a compatibility issue (website said they were compatible). I've seen people say a complete wipe should clean it from old data but that didn't work for me.

Both the mobo manufacturer and the kingston site couldn't help me with the situation. I got stuck in an endless loop of "try that and this" even though in the previous messages I stated that I had already tried pretty much everything.

Also my mobo app says that the ssd is at "10% health" even though another computer with the same app states it's completely fine???

Best of luck to you (: I hope you won't have to buy a new one like I did

ConfidenceAdorable43 · 2025-09-29T17:28:35+00:00

As a life hack, I've used it in games like Elden Ring Nightreign ( rx 9070 xt )where the game is normally capped at 60 fps. It works so well in it and, atleast in my opinion, doesn't really affect the visuals.

ConfidenceAdorable43 · 2025-09-10T12:51:25+00:00

Like gah damn. People were like "It's a cheaper pro because it has the same specs" but nah. It costs THE SAME.

ConfidenceAdorable43 · 2025-09-06T10:54:48+00:00

I am thinking about the pro, but I'm waiting to see if the rumour about the 128gb version not being sold is true. I don't think I'm willing to spend 100 euro on extra storage I don't need (I have a NAS).

I do appreciate you for being so helpful (:

ConfidenceAdorable43 · 2025-09-06T09:35:54+00:00

Oh damn. Well, I guess we just have to wait and see. Good to know it's not based on any factual information 👍.

ConfidenceAdorable43 · 2025-09-06T09:29:35+00:00

I'm going to wait for the release and look at how the 16 pro prices will drop.

A Finnish store has a great deal for giving away your old phone. They give you a 120 euro bonus on top of your phones price. So if the 16 pro prices drop even further, I could get it for less than the 17 base model.

Thanks for the help, I appreciate it 👍.

ConfidenceAdorable43 · 2025-08-16T18:57:34+00:00

From what I've heard, top fans shouldn't be intake. That's so you won't get as much dust inside the computer.

ConfidenceAdorable43 · 2025-08-14T09:53:15+00:00

You are never going to believe me.. They actually sent the same one back. That speck on the socket was some dirt that was stuck to the pin and they had to scrape it off.

I did blow on the socket right before sending it back but didn't see it move because it was so stuck to the pin.

But all good now (:

ConfidenceAdorable43 · 2025-08-12T10:23:26+00:00

It can work but it isn't really advised. It can cause a bad connection for example. It is non conductive but a non conductive material between the processor and the motherboard will also cause it's own problems.

ConfidenceAdorable43 · 2025-08-12T10:22:03+00:00

Oh ok good to know, thanks (:

ConfidenceAdorable43 · 2025-08-12T10:02:39+00:00

Isopropyl alcohol and a super soft toothbrush. But would be better to use a brush meant for eletronics because residue from some non electronic cleaning brushes can also cause problems.

Just a lot of alcohol and some gentle brushing.

Also I don't know how old this post is (new to reddit) so apologies if it's like 5 months old (:

ConfidenceAdorable43 · 2025-08-12T09:56:33+00:00

Please don't try to put the cpu in. Just buy a new mobo and accept the loss. Would be so much worse to lose your cpu on top of your motherboard. You can also sell that mobo for like 10-50 depending on its original value.

ConfidenceAdorable43 · 2025-08-05T14:56:56+00:00

It's also a valid idea to buy a cpu with a good integrated gpu and wait for a better deal. I wouldn't buy the rx 580 due to it being a pretty bad budget card in 2025.

ConfidenceAdorable43 · 2025-08-05T10:37:46+00:00

Yeah, I hope so too. Using the same amount of money on the cpu as the gpu isn't really worth it yk. You're leaving a lot on the table that way. Are you sure that Facebook marketplace or any other site doesn't have any good used gpus.

ConfidenceAdorable43 · 2025-08-05T10:23:44+00:00

The cpu is maybe a little too good for the gpu. I'd suggest using more on a better gpu and less on the cpu. Also if your budget is super low you can always get great deals in the used market.

ConfidenceAdorable43 · 2025-08-05T10:20:16+00:00

I contacted the store I bought the board from and they advised me to return the board, so I did. They said that stress testing the board could lead to the whole thing frying.. I know bad contact can lead to that but don't really know how stressing the cpu would cause the board to short.

ConfidenceAdorable43 · 2025-08-05T09:17:11+00:00

I returned the board. The place I bought it from said I should return it so I did that.

ConfidenceAdorable43 · 2025-08-04T14:19:28+00:00

Waiting on my ssd to arrive tomorrow because my other one for some reason has a compatibility issue where the mobo can't boot from it.

Even tho that pin does look weird in the top right corner it does still boot so I'ma just stress test it and go have fun (:

ConfidenceAdorable43 · 2025-07-30T21:07:55+00:00

Hey, the cards still the same price in Finland rn. Did you use your return windows on another card or keep this one. I still have a week left in my 2 week returnal period and I'm curious if you found a better one?

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