Installing an SSD...

platypus · 21 Jul 2010 at 13:22

So my SSD arrived, and I'm going to be re-installing W7 tonight.

I've had a quick look but can't really find the info. Do I install W7 first, then enable AHCI, or vice versa?

shine · 21 Jul 2010 at 13:25

Enable AHCI and then install Win 7.

Daaaveee · 21 Jul 2010 at 13:28

If it helps: http://forums.overclockers.co.uk/showthread.php?t=18164694

Cosimo · 21 Jul 2010 at 14:24

shine said:
Enable AHCI and then install Win 7.

This is all you need to do, after the Win 7 install load the Intel Intel(R) Rapid Storage drivers if you are using an Intel chipset. The latest version is 9.6.0.1014.

Win 7 is SSD aware so you don't need to do anything else with the OS.

However if you have to upgrade your SSD firmware before installing Win 7 then your SATA must be set to IDE in the bios. Remember to set back to AHCI before installing windows.

The Running Man · 21 Jul 2010 at 16:04

what did u end up with Russell? and let me know if it was worth it as im 9/10s the way to ordering a crucial C300 myself!"