There are many ways to upgrade to Windows 11, via Windows Update, using the Windows installation assistant, or using a bootable USB drive. The error, however, is encountered with the latter two, while the upgrade process is smooth via Windows Update. So, if you have received an update for Windows 11, go with that and you shouldn’t come across the No drivers were found error. But if you haven’t received an update, fret not! In the following section, we will walk you through the most effective fixes for the error.

How do I fix the Driver not found error when installing Windows 11?

1. Use a USB 2.0 port

USB 3.0 ports are relatively new and offer a higher transfer speed, along with other benefits. But, these may be the reason you are encountering the No drivers were found error while installing Windows 11. So, if you were indeed using a USB 3.0 port, switch to USB 2.0, and check if the error is fixed. This method has worked for most users, and should be your primary approach while troubleshooting. In case the error persists, or your PC doesn’t have a USB 2.0 port, try the next method.

2. Set the desired partition as active

After making the changes, close Command Prompt, and now try installing Windows 11. In most likelihood, the No drivers were found error should not pop up now while installing Windows 11. SPONSORED

3. Turn on XHCI Hand-off in BIOS

The eXtensible Host Controller Interface or XHCI is a setting in BIOS that decides whether the USB ports will be controlled by the BIOS or the OS. When it’s disabled, BIOS is responsible for controlling USB devices, and when it’s enabled, the job lies with the OS.

4. Create a new bootable USB or disc

If none of the methods here work, the problem may well be with the disc or bootable USB that you created. The best option here is to create another bootable USB drive for Windows 11, and this time, make sure to be careful with the process. Once done, you would be able to install Windows 11 without encountering the No drivers were found error anymore. Also, find out what do to if the Windows 11 installation has failed, since several users have been facing this, and fixing it shouldn’t take more than a few minutes. Besides many also report coming across the Select driver to install error while installing Windows 11, which is likely because the disc or bootable USB is missing the critical data. Tell us which fix worked and your first impression of Windows 11, in the comments section below.

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