{YTS} How To Resolve Windows Installation Failures On SSDs

2025年4月12日

Here are some troubleshooting steps you can take to resolve installation failures on SSDs (Solid State Drives):

Basic Troubleshooting Steps

Run the System File Checker (SFC) tool: The SFC tool scans the system for corrupted files and repairs them if necessary.

Open Command Prompt as Administrator, type sfc /scannow in the Run dialog box, press Enter.

Disable and Re-enable Disk Cleanup: This will clear temporary files from the C: drive to free up disk space.

Go to Control Panel > System and Security > System > Storage > Manage > Disk Cleanup.

Check for Driver Updates: Outdated drivers can cause installation failures. Update your device drivers to the latest version using Device Manager or through the manufacturer’s website.

Disable Fast Startup (if enabled): This setting might be causing issues with SSD installations.

Right-click on Start > Power Options, select Change plan settings, and uncheck “Turn off fast startup.”

Run a System Restore: If you have a recent backup of your system, try restoring from that point in time.

Advanced Troubleshooting Steps

Check for Corrupt Partition Table: A corrupt partition table can prevent an SSD installation.

Open Command Prompt as Administrator and type chkdsk /s C: to check the disk’s integrity.

Run System Restore from a Bootable USB Drive: If you have an ISO file containing a Windows 10/11 installation media, use it to boot from that drive and restore your system.

Check if the SSD has been damaged by using tools like CrystalDiskInfo or HD Tune.

Run DiskPart (for Windows XP, Vista, and 7): This utility is designed to manage disk partitions.

Open Command Prompt as Administrator and type diskpart followed by the name of your device partition, and press Enter.

Advanced Troubleshooting Steps for More Specific Issues

Check if your SSD has a faulty MBR (Master Boot Record): The MBR can prevent an SSD installation.

Use the Windows 10/11 UEFI Firmware Update: This update can resolve issues with booting from an SSD.

Common Issues and Solutions

SSD Installation Failure after Installing Windows: Try disabling the “Auto Backup” feature in Diskpart and wait for the disk to finish initializing before reinstalling Windows.