You can also download a generic Intel RST/VMD driver from Intel's website.

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Locate the , VMD Setup , or SATA Mode Selection option.

This "F6" driver must be loaded from a USB drive during the "Where do you want to install Windows?" screen to allow the installer to see the storage controller and the drives connected to it. Key Technical Components

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Download the driver directly from the official Intel Support site or your computer manufacturer's website (e.g., Dell, Lenovo, HP). Search for "Intel Rapid Storage Technology Driver" and look for the version. 2. Extract the Files Locate the downloaded F6flpy-x64-intel Vmd-.zip .

Many laptop manufacturers provide the pre-configured zip files on their support sites. F6flpy-x64-Non-VMD.zip and F6flpy-x64-VMD.zip Removed

Even with the correct driver, you might sometimes run into issues. Here are a few common ones and how to solve them:

Copy the extracted folder onto the you are using to install Windows. You can place it in the root directory. 4. Load the Driver during Windows Setup

The installation process will install the driver, and your NVMe SSD drives will now appear in the list. Continue with the Windows installation as normal. What if I Can't Find the Zip File? (SetupRST.exe Issue)