🔍 Why this happens
This message often appears when:
Your system uses NVMe or RAID and requires additional storage drivers
The installer USB was created with an older tool or outdated files
The USB port being used causes compatibility problems during Setup
The installer is connected through a USB 3.0 port and the system behaves better with USB 2.0 during installation
✅ How to fix it
Unplug and reinsert the installer USB
When the error appears, remove the USB installer, wait a few seconds, then plug it back in—preferably into a different USB port. If available, use a USB 2.0 port. Then click Rescan (if shown) or restart the setup process.Switch to a different USB port (prefer USB 2.0)
Try a USB 2.0 port instead of USB 3.0. On many desktops, rear motherboard ports are more reliable than front-panel ports.Recreate the installation media with the latest tool
Create a new installer USB using Microsoft’s latest installation tool for Windows 10 or Windows 11. Use a clean download and a USB drive of at least 8 GB. This increases the chance the installer includes newer storage support.Optional (advanced): Load storage drivers manually
If you’re using RAID or a storage controller that requires drivers:
Download the correct SATA/NVMe/RAID drivers from your PC or motherboard manufacturer
Copy them to a second USB drive
During Windows Setup, click Load driver and browse to the driver location to load the correct storage driver.