This problem starts with the beta release of Windows 7. I was using XP, going along fine, but figured 7 looked great, and hey why not give it a try. Little did I know the huge headache this would cause me. Twice.
So, let’s start with specs related to this problem, for those of you who are looking for help for similar problems:
Abit IP35 Motherboard ICH9R SATA controller Western Digital Raptor Drives x2
Now, this may help people with a various range of equipment. I think it applies to a good portion of the Intel ICH series SATA controllers, and I bet it’s not just limited to my motherboard or hard drives. Leave a comment if it this helps you, so other people searching can find the answer as well. Read on for more information.