Failed to install the new hard drive

I have a laptop Lenovo R61 on which I want to install a new hard drive, Kingston SSDNow V300 (60GB, 2.5 "), with Linux Mint.

I have a DVD of installation of Linux Mint. If I have the old hard drive installed, I can start from the DVD and enter Linux Mint where I can install it on the old hard drive.
If I change the hard drive for the new SSD, the computer starts only in part by the DVD (selection screen appears), then the computer automatically restarts. From AHCI in the BIOS (in Serial ATA menu) to compatibility did not change the behavior.

Any ideas how I can get Linux Mint installed on my new hard drive?

Welcome to the forum!

When you install the SSD drive, also use the metal housing and rubber rails? Are you sure that the SSD is correctly inserted in the Bay?

It could also be that the SSD is defective...

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