[SOLVED] Windows 11 install problem

[MC21]

Hello All,

Wondering if anyone can give me some advice. I have the same issue as the one listed in this post:

Framework 13 13th gen Windows Install Failure

Hey. I have an issue installing windows 11 and 10 on my new DIY 13th gen laptop. I made a windows media creation tool, ran through the steps to install on the laptop, but every time it restarts it boots back into the windows install page. I get no error messages, it just goes back to the initial install page. I have tried going to boot manager to pick the drive but it never shows up. I know windows is installing somewhat because I took the drive out and read it with an m.2 to usb adapter and it …

I’ve tried everything other than booting into Ubuntu and erasing the disk I’m trying to install Windows onto. Anyone know of an easier way to fix this?

Thanks very much,

[Random_Matt]

Is there not any boot options in the bios? All motherboards have this in their respective bioses.

[James_Schnee]

If you have a spare pc and a flash drive, I would do what I did. Its the only thing that worked.

[MC21]

Thank you so much @James_Schnee. I ended up doing what you did and it also worked. I was spending too much time trying to find a solution when you already had one. Although I’m curious why the windows installer wasn’t able to deal with this issue, I don’t install many systems in this exact scenario to want to spend any more time trying to find the answer. Appreciate everyone here and looking forward to many more Framework laptops.

[James_Schnee]

It’s one of those things that only happens once because of the circumstances of the drive and system. It’s not like someone will put ample research into such a niche issue. As long as something worked for you, I’m glad.