---
title: "Fix: “No Device Drivers Were Found” During Windows Installation"
description: "This is a common issue, especially with newer hardware or custom builds using NVMe or RAID configurations. Let’s walk through how to fix it."
url: https://help.thesoftwarekings.com/en/articles/48-fix-no-device-drivers-were-found-during-windows-installation
collection: "Windows Troubleshooting"
updated: 2026-03-06
language: en
---

# Fix: “No Device Drivers Were Found” During Windows Installation

This is a common issue, especially with newer hardware or custom builds using NVMe or RAID configurations. Let’s walk through how to fix it.

If you’re seeing the message **“No device drivers were found”** during the Windows installation process — typically when selecting a drive to install Windows — it means that the setup can’t detect your hard drive or SSD.

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### 🔍 Why This Happens

You may see this error if:

-   You’re installing Windows on an **NVMe SSD** or RAID setup that requires specific drivers
    
-   You’re using an older version of the Windows installer without built-in drivers
    
-   The USB port or drive used for installation isn’t fully compatible
    
-   You connected the installer to a **USB 3.0 port**, and your system only supports USB 2.0 drivers during setup
    

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### ✅ How to Fix It

#### 1\. **Reinsert the USB Drive**

-   When you see the error, unplug your USB installer
    
-   Wait 5 seconds, then plug it back in **using a different USB port (preferably USB 2.0)**
    
-   Click **Rescan** or restart the installation
    

This simple step often solves the problem.

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#### 2\. **Try a Different USB Port**

-   Use a USB 2.0 port instead of USB 3.0 (they’re often black instead of blue)
    
-   If possible, avoid using front-panel USB ports on a desktop — use direct motherboard connections
    

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#### 3\. **Recreate the Installation Media Using the Latest Tool**

-   Download the latest **Media Creation Tool** for Windows 10 or 11:  
    [Windows 10](https://www.microsoft.com/software-download/windows10)  
    [Windows 11](https://www.microsoft.com/software-download/windows11)
    
-   Recreate your USB using a clean download (8GB minimum)
    
-   This ensures updated drivers are included
    

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#### 4\. **Load Storage Drivers Manually (Advanced)**

If you’re using RAID or a custom NVMe SSD:

-   Download the necessary **SATA/NVMe/RAID drivers** from your PC or motherboard manufacturer
    
-   Place the drivers on a second USB stick
    
-   When prompted during installation, click **“Load driver”** and browse to that USB to install the correct driver
    

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### 🧠 Still Stuck?

Send us a quick message with:

-   A **photo of the error**
    
-   Your PC or motherboard model
    
-   Whether you're installing Windows 10 or 11
    

📧 Email: [**help@thesoftwarekings.com**](mailto:help@thesoftwarekings.com) — we’ll help you get past the error and finish your setup.

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