Computer Setup (F10) Utility Guide

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Computer Setup (F10) Utility
Storage
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Storage Options
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SATA Emulation
Allows you to choose how the SATA controller
and devices are accessed by the operating
system.
“Separate IDE Controller
” is the default option.
Up to 4 SATA and 2 PATA devices may be
accessed in this mode. The SATA and PATA
controllers appear as two separate IDE
controllers. Use this option with Microsoft
Windows 2000 and Windows XP.
• SATA 0 is seen as SATA Primary Device 0
• SATA 1 (if present) is seen as SATA
Secondary Device 0
“Combined IDE Controller
” is the other option.
Up to 2 PATA and 2 SATA devices may be
accessed in this mode. The SATA and PATA
controllers appear as one combined IDE
controller. Use this option with Microsoft
Windows 98 and earlier operating systems.
• PATA Primary Device 0 replaces SATA 1
• PATA Primary Device 1 replaces SATA 3
IDE Controller
Allows you to enable or disable the primary
IDE controller. This feature is supported on
select models only.
Primary SATA Controller
Allows you to enable or disable the Primary
SATA controller.
Computer Setup (Continued)
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Support for specific Computer Setup options may vary depending on the hardware
configuration.