Adding the SATA host card to an existing Windows 2000/XP installation
Follow the instructions in this section to install the SATA host card on a system already
running Windows 2000 or Windows XP.
1. Shut down all power connected to the computer, as well as all devices connected to
the computer peripherally (i.e. Printers, Monitors, Scanners etc.). As an added step to
ensure safe installation, unplug the power supply from the computer.
2. Remove the computer cover. For more detailed instruction on how to perform this
step, please refer to the documentation that was included with your computer at the
time of purchase.
3. Locate an empty PCI Express slot, removing the metal bracket covering the
accompanying empty port/socket.
4. Position the card above the open PCI Express slot, ensuring that the card is properly
aligned with the slot. Insert the card firmly into the slot, distributing force evenly across
the length of the board. Once inserted, secure the card into the adjoining socket
(previously covered by metal bracket), using the correct size screw (if necessary,
please consult documentation that accompanied purchase of computer).
5. Connect Serial ATA cable(s) between the SATA host card and the Serial ATA device(s).
6. Replace the computer cover and re-connect all power to the computer.
7. Turn on the computer. During boot up, Windows will display the
Found New
Hardware Wizard
. When you see the screen depicted below, please select
No, not
this time
, and click
Next
.
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