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A technician tries to install an SSD but the computer does not recognize it. What is a likely error?

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Intro to Computing - How Hardware Works
A technician tries to install an SSD but the computer does not recognize it. What is a likely error?
AThe SSD is formatted as HDD
BThe SSD is connected to a SATA port, but the BIOS is outdated
CThe SSD uses magnetic storage incompatible with the motherboard
DThe SSD has spinning disks that are not compatible
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Understand SSD connection requirements

    SSDs often connect via SATA or NVMe; BIOS must support the device.

  2. Step 2: Analyze options

    SSDs do not have spinning disks or magnetic storage; formatting does not prevent detection.

  3. Final Answer:

    The SSD is connected to a SATA port, but the BIOS is outdated -> Option B

  4. Quick Check:

    BIOS update needed for SSD detection [OK]
Quick Trick: Update BIOS if SSD not detected [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Thinking SSD has spinning disks
  • Confusing storage types
  • Assuming formatting causes detection failure

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