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2.18.2 Installing Windows® 7 / 7
If you want to install Windows® 7 / 7
Using SATA3 HDDs with NCQ and Hot Plug functions (AHCI mode) STEP 1: Set up UEFI.
A.Enter UEFI SETUP UTILITY Advanced screen
Storage Configuration.
B.Set the “SATA Mode” option to [AHCI].
STEP 2: Install Windows® 7 / 7
Using SATA3 HDDs without NCQ and Hot Plug functions (IDE mode) STEP 1: Set up UEFI.
A.Enter UEFI SETUP UTILITY Advanced screen
Storage Configuration.
B.Set the “SATA Mode” option to [IDE].
STEP 2: Install Windows® 7 / 7
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