X128 - Windows failed to start. A Recent hardware or software change might be the cau

[ca6]

After receiving my X128 getting it RMA'd because of BSOD and then the drive disappearing, I have issues with the new one.

 

I've installed Win7 64bit (SSD connected via ICH10R in RAID (since I will connect my 3x500GB drives for file storage later, currently disconnected)) but after reboot I get a black screen with the text below:

 

Windows failed to start. A Recent hardware or software change might be the cause. To fix the problem:

 

1. Insert your windows installation disc and restart your computer.

2. Choose your langugae settings, and then click next

3. Click "repair your computer."

 

Status: 0xc000000e

Info: The boot selection failed because a required device is inaccessible.

 

Yesterday I was able to install win7 and run a full windows update and install ATI drivers for my gfx-cards (catalyst 10.4) and Nod32, and after reboot, I got the black screen.

 

Today I gave it a second try, reinstalled win7 but now I got the black screen after the first reboot while installing win7.

 

Parallell to the X128 installing, I yesterday did an exact same setup, using my WD Raptor 150 and with this drive, using the same controller, and the same SATAcables, I have no issues at all.

 

Is this a problem you are familiar with, is there anything I can do to sort it out on my side or does the drive have to go back to you yet again?

 

 

Cheers,

Chris

[RAM GUY]

Please try and run Parted Magic to secure erase the SSD drive then try a fresh install again.

[ca6]

And where can I find this "parted magic" ?

[RAM GUY]

http://www.google.com search for Parted Magic you will find it I promise.

[ca6]

Thank you very much, it worked.

 

Strange that this has to be done an SSD fresh from the factory...

[RAM GUY]

Normally it does not; but if the install format was not done correctly its not uncommon for Microsoft to make a mistake right? Or would you say Microsoft is perfect?