This document introduces the installation method of MAXTOR SATA/300 PCI CARD, including the preparation before installation, the installation process and the check steps after installation.
The document serves as an installation guide for the Maxtor SATA/300 PCI Card. It details the necessary tools, handling precautions to prevent electrostatic discharge, and the physical installation of the adapter card into a computer's motherboard.
The guide covers connecting both Serial ATA (SATA) hard drives and Ultra ATA/IDE hard drives to the card's ports. It also includes specific instructions for installing the Windows driver for existing Windows 2000 or XP installations before physically connecting the new drive.
| Interface Type | Serial ATA (SATA) and Parallel Ultra ATA/133 |
|---|---|
| Ultra ATA Support | Up to two drives on a single cable |
| Slot Compatibility | 32-bit PCI slot |
You need a system user manual, operating system CD and boot disk, Philips screwdriver, and small needle-nose pliers.
No, the card does not support ATAPI devices such as Zip drives or CD/DVD drives.
You must install the Windows driver before connecting your hard drive to the card if you have an existing installation of Windows 2000 or XP.