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Quick Facts 48-bit LBA requirements checklist

Windows XP

  • Service Pack 1 or later
  • 48-bit LBA BIOS
  • HD connected to PCI controller: Make sure latest drivers installed
  • HD connected to motherboard IDE controller: Check motherboard manufacturer for updated drivers for onboard IDE controller
Windows 2000

  • Service Pack 3 or later
  • EnableBigLba value defined and set properly in Windows registry
  • 48-bit LBA BIOS
  • HD connected to PCI controller: Make sure latest drivers installed
  • HD connected to motherboard IDE controller: Check motherboard manufacturer for updated drivers for onboard IDE controller
Windows 98, 98SE, ME

  • Install to system using PCI IDE controller which supports 48-bit LBA hard drives
  • Make sure latest drivers installed for PCI IDE controller
  • 48-bit LBA BIOS


 
 

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