Please read all information thoroughly before downloading and installing any files.
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What does this do?
This utility copies the Intel SATA Driver files to a floppy disk for use when performing a clean install of the Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system.
This file is required to enable the SATA hard disk drive under Windows XP operating system.
WARNING!: For computers optimized for use with Windows Vista® operating system, some functionality will be lost under Windows XP operating system. Please click here for more information.
What products and operating systems does this apply to?
Note: This utility is only for use with the products identified and sold in United States, Latin America, Canada, or Brazil. Not all models are sold in all countries.
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Important Notes
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- This driver is for use when performing a clean install of the Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system.
- This utility requires a blank formatted floppy disk and a USB floppy disk drive.
- This file is required to enable the SATA hard disk drive under Microsoft Windows XP operating system.
- WARNING!: For computers optimized for use with Windows Vista operating system, some functionality will be lost under Windows XP operating system. Please click here for more information.
- During the installation of this file, be sure that you are logged in as the Administrator or as a user with Administrative rights.
- To ensure that no other program interferes with the installation, save all work and close all other programs. The Taskbar should be clear of applications before proceeding.
- It is highly recommended to print out these instructions as a reference during the installation process.
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Download and Installation Instructions
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- To ensure that no other program interferes with the installation, save all work and close all other programs. The Taskbar should be clear of applications before proceeding.
- Ensure the USB floppy disk drive is connected to the computer.
- Download the INDSAT-15263700-XP.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
- Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the INDSAT-15263700-XP.EXE file to begin the installation.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to extract the driver files to floppy drive (A:\).
- At the "WinZip Self-Extractor - INDSAT-15263700-XP.EXE" dialog, click "Unzip"
NOTE: By default the utility unzips all files to the floppy disk in the A: drive.
- At the "6 file(s) unzipped successfully" dialog, click "OK", and then click "Close".
The Intel® SATA Driver files are now ready for use in performing an installation of the Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system.
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How to configure the computer BIOS settings to boot from CD
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- Turn on or restart the computer and prepare to tap the "F2" key to enter the BIOS screen.
- When the VAIO logo appears, tap the "F2" key to enter the BIOS screen.
- Use the arrow keys to navigate to the "BOOT" section of the BIOS screen.
- Ensure that the "Internal Optical Drive" appears in the list before "Internal Hard Disk Drive". If needed, change the boot order so that the Internal Optical Drive appears first.
- Press the "F10" key to save changes and exit.
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How to Use the Intel SATA Driver Disk
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- Ensure the USB floppy disk drive is connected to the computer.
NOTE: Do not insert the floppy disk at this time.
- Insert the Microsoft Windows XP operating system CD into the disc dive and restart the computer.
- At the "Press any key to boot from CD" message, press any keyboard key.
- At the beginning of Windows operating system setup, when prompted, press the "F6" key to install a third-party SCSI or RAID driver.
- At the "Setup could not determine the type of one or more mass storage devices..." screen, select "S" for Specify Additional Device.
- When prompted, insert the floppy disk with the Intel SATA driver files.
- After reading the floppy disk, ensure the Intel® ICH9M-E/M SATA AHCI Controller is presented and selected, then press "Enter" to install.
NOTE: It may be necessary to use the arrow keys to scroll up or down to locate this file. If the Intel® ICH9M-E/M SATA AHCI Controller is not presented, repeat the previous steps.
- Finish the Windows operating system installation.
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