Installing SSD and Flashdrive boot

I recently bought a SSD from Samsung (840 Pro 256 GB). When I connect the SSD through USB, the windows reconizes the SSD. However, When I replace the original HDD by the SSD, the system doens't reconize the SSD, in the boot options the HDD option has no value.
Another problem is when I'm trying to boot through USB. After preparing my flashdrive and entering in the boot options, the system never goes to the Windows intaller screen. It stays in the toshiba screen without advancing. When I remove the flashdrive the windows in the HDD starts just fine.
Toshiba Satellite P50-AST2GX1
Model: PSPMHU-01H00R
Am I doing something wrong? There is a different way to install windows or to my pc reconizes the HDD?
Thank you,
Laudelino

I'd suggest contacting the place where you bought the ssd and see what they have to say. Get a replacement or your $ back. If that is not an option, contact toshiba support and see what they suggest. something seems odd for sure
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