For New Windows XP Systems Fresh Installation

For New Windows XP Systems (Fresh Installation)

1.Before installation, copy all the files under directory E:\SATA Raid_4Port\ Sil3114\ Win98_me _2000_xp_nt4.0\driver\ *.* to a blank floppy disk

2.After the SATA RAID PCI Host Adapter and attached drives are configured, follow Microsoft procedures to install Windows accordingly.

3.At the Windows Set-upscreen, press F6 in order to specify and add the driver.

4.Insert the Driver diskette. Press S then press Enter.

5.Select Silicon Image SiI 3114 SATARaid Controller for Windows XP and press Enter.

6.Press Enter to continue and follow on-screen instructions to complete Windows XP installation. Note: When the Software Installation warning pops up, click Yes. And when the Hardware Installation warning pops up, click Yes again.

Add Windows XP Driver on Original Booting Device

1.After the SATA RAID PCI Host Adapter and attached drives are configured, boot up Windows.

2.At the Found New Hardware Wizard, check Install from a list or specific location (Advanced), then click Next.

3.Insert the Driver CD. Check Include this location in the search, uncheck the other box, type in E:\, and click Browse.

4.Points specify a location, example E:\SATA Raid_4Port\Sil3114\Win98_me

_2000_xp_nt4.0, click OK then Next.

5.When a warning message pops up, click Continue Anyway, then click Finish.

Verification of the Proper Installation for Windows 2000/XP

1.Double click My Computer/Control Panel/System.

2.Click Hardware then click Device Manager.

3.Double click SCSI and RAID Controllers, then double click Silicon Image Sil 3114 SATARaid Controller to display driver properties.

4.A message This device is working properly is displayed in the dialog box, the driver has been correctly installed.

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