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    Vista Unable to Detect Hard Drive

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by soldier0316, Feb 12, 2008.

  1. soldier0316

    soldier0316 Notebook Evangelist

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    I reformatted my computer and for some odd reason Vista is unable to detect my hard drive. Windows Xp has no problem detecting my drive so I know its not a connection problem. Can somebody help me? thanks in advance
     
    soldier0316, Feb 12, 2008
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    Newer system.....hmmm...have you installed the Intel Matrix Storage driver (AHCI) during the installation process?

    Or...in the case of the Toshiba would it be necessary before starting the installation as the drive is not recognized at all?
     
    Les, Feb 12, 2008
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