DVD-RW SATA to IDE...?

Discussion in 'PC Hardware' started by Eze2kiel, Jun 2, 2009.

  1. Eze2kiel

    Eze2kiel MDL Novice

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    #1 Eze2kiel, Jun 2, 2009
  2. HMonk

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    #2 HMonk, Jun 2, 2009
    Native mode

    ***IF*** the option exists in your BIOS, set the SATA controllers to operate in NATIVE IDE MODE (instead of RAID).

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  3. Eze2kiel

    Eze2kiel MDL Novice

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    #3 Eze2kiel, Jun 3, 2009 (OP)
    Hello!
    The option exists ... But still does not recognize the drive as IDE: (
     
  4. Myrrh

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    #4 Myrrh, Jun 6, 2009
    Obvious solution

    Grab old ide cdrom off your stack of spare parts and plug to ide port temporarily.
     
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  5. HMonk

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    #5 HMonk, Jun 6, 2009
    The old standbys

    Myrrh makes a good point that reminds me (it an age thing) why I keep an IDE HDD and ODD in my machine that is, otherwise, loaded with SATA drives. Although you can SLIP necessary drivers onto an OS install disc, it's nice to be able to boot from long-standing reliable tools. Along with its six SATA connectors, my ASUS M3A79-T Deluxe has one IDE connector for this purpose.

    That said, I know of no other options. :(

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