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2.12.2 Installing Windows® 8 / 8
If you want to install Windows® 8 / 8
Using SATA3 HDDs with NCQ function
STEP 1: Set up UEFI.
A. Enter UEFI SETUP UTILITY Advanced screen
Storage Configuration. B. Set the option “SATA Mode” to [AHCI].
STEP 2: Install Windows® 8 / 8
Using STA3 HDDs without NCQ function
STEP 1: Set up UEFI.
A. Enter UEFI SETUP UTILITY Advanced screen
Storage Configuration. B. Set the option “SATA Mode” to [IDE].
STEP 2: Install Windows® 8 / 8
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