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00:00:00 – 00:21:32
The YouTube video revolves around troubleshooting issues related to new PC hardware components, with a focus on BIOS settings, NVMe drives, and data recovery. The content creator encounters challenges with BIOS recognition of NVMe drives, flashes BIOS firmware, discusses hardware troubleshooting procedures, encounters difficulties accessing hardware components due to design flaws, and attempts data recovery with limited success. The video highlights the importance of backups, the frustration of hardware failures, and the need for potential replacements or refunds. Notable mentions include troubleshooting methods, software keys from CDK Sales, a detailed BIOS flashing process, challenges with disassembling hardware due to design flaws, and the importance of backing up data. The speaker concludes with a request for a replacement drive or a refund and hints at future content.
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In this segment of the video, the content creator troubleshoots a brand new PC that is booting straight to the BIOS. The issue is suspected to be related to the NVMe Gen 4 drive not being recognized properly in the BIOS. The creator attempts to address this problem by checking the BIOS settings and enabling the drive, but it remains unrecognized. The solution proposed is to remove the drive for troubleshooting. Additionally, the creator mentions purchasing software keys from a sponsor, CDK Sales, for Windows and Microsoft Office products.
00:03:00
In this part of the video, the speaker discusses purchasing a professional plus CD key with specific activation restrictions and how to apply a promo code for a discount. They then demonstrate flashing the BIOS on a motherboard received from China to ensure there are no issues. The speaker explains how to download the latest BIOS version, format a USB flash drive, and copy the BIOS file for flashing. They proceed to plug the USB flash drive into the computer, initiate the BIOS flashing process using the Instant Flash method, with hopes for a successful outcome. This detailed procedure is essential for troubleshooting potential hardware issues before seeking a replacement.
00:06:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker updates the BIOS on a computer using a USB flash drive. They emphasize the importance of not powering off the computer during the update process. After flashing the BIOS and restarting the computer, they enter the BIOS settings to check if the update was successful. The speaker also changes the CMOS battery and adjusts the date and time in the BIOS settings. Despite these efforts, the drive is still not being detected, leading to a discussion about potential issues with the drive. The speaker also mentions their experience with data NVMe drives failing in the past and expresses hesitation in buying more in the future.
00:09:00
In this segment of the video, the person is experiencing issues with a super-fast NVMe drive that is not being detected correctly, showing the wrong size. They plan to remove the drive to test if it is functional using an enclosure. The person comments on the disappointment of the drive failing, especially given its cost. They discuss the need to perform tests to determine if the drive is faulty or if the issue lies elsewhere, such as a motherboard slot problem. They also mention the difficulty of accessing the NVMe drive on the motherboard due to a design flaw, requiring them to undo all cables and possibly remove it entirely. The person acknowledges the design flaw in needing to remove the motherboard to access the drive properly.
00:12:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker shows frustration with disassembling the computer board to access the hard drive for testing. They particularly highlight the design flaws of the ASRock system, mentioning the difficulty in removing the hard drive due to a closed-loop water cooling system and the cumbersome process of reaching the screws on the heatsink. The speaker reviews an ADATA Gammix S70 Blade hard drive to be tested using a USB 4.0 NVMe SSD enclosure, but encounters issues with disk initialization, showing only two gigabytes as unallocated storage.
00:15:00
In this part of the video, the speaker is attempting to recover data from a failed scuzzy drive identified as “Santa Scuzzy Disc” with the serial number mn52346 using Crystal Disk Info and Paragon software. Despite efforts to recover partitions through scans, the drive remains non-functional, indicating a complete failure. The speaker expresses disappointment at the loss of data, emphasizing the importance of backing up data due to the unpredictable nature of drive failures. The attempts to retrieve data through thorough scans prove to be unsuccessful, leaving all data irrecoverable.
00:18:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker is facing data loss due to a failing drive. They attempt to create a new partition, format the drive, and use the manufacturer’s toolbox to salvage any data before concluding that the drive has failed. They then proceed to install a new drive, activate Windows using a previously purchased key, and explain that OEM licenses require a new key if the motherboard is changed. The video serves as documentation for the RMA process with the manufacturer.
00:21:00
In this part of the video, the speaker concludes by mentioning that they have tried everything to address the issue but ultimately want a replacement drive or a refund. They thank the viewers for watching, wish them a lovely weekend, and indicate that the next video will be coming soon.