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February 23rd, 2022 18:00
Inspiron Desktop 3891 does not detect XPG SX8200 Pro M.2 2280 PCLE Gen 3x4 256GB SSD
I tried to install XPG SX8200 Pro M.2 2280 PCLE Gen 3x4 256GB SSD into Inspiron Desktop 3891 however computer does not detect it. The computer is fitted with HDD with Win 11. Wanting to change from HDD to SSD to increase computer speed.
- SSD installed when SSD blank. Not detected by Disk Management or Macrium Reflect.
- Then plugged SSD into USB port using an adaptor. Was able to clone full HDD files (C: plus other) to SSD using Macrium Reflect so SSD working fine.
- Now refitted SSD that had been cloned from HDD into computer but still not detected. Also never seen the red LED in SSD ever flash.
Do I need to make a BIOS change or some other change to get SSD detected
Or does XPG SX8200 Pro M.2 2280 PCLE Gen 3x4 256GB SSD not work with this computer (I selected this SSD as working fine in another Dell G3 I7 laptop computer)
CDH2
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February 24th, 2022 13:00
Thank you for help. Problem was related to insertion of SSD. After a number of times of refitting the SSD I was able to get computer to see the SSD. So now all good, computer much faster in speed.
RoHe
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February 23rd, 2022 18:00
Sure the SSD is correctly/fully seated in the M.2 slot on the motherboard?
Did you install a M2x3.5 screw to lock the SSD in place? Check the Service Manual for details.
DELL-Cares
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February 23rd, 2022 18:00
Thank you! We have received the required details. We will work towards a resolution. In the meantime, you may also receive assistance or suggestions from the community members.
CDH2
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February 23rd, 2022 19:00
Yes I am sure that SSD was correctly seated as per Service Manual. Used screw to lock SSD in place.
Thanks
RoHe
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February 24th, 2022 11:00
That eliminates one potential issue but doesn't solve the problem.
Did you try resetting BIOS with that SSD installed in the M.2 slot?
RoHe
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February 24th, 2022 16:00
Glad you got it working. Those M.2 slots can be tricky...