installing win7 on new ssd/new build - some quick questions

[arnoldma]

Just about to build my new PC, spec:

i7-2600k (d14 hsf)
asus p8z68v-pro
g-skill ripjawsx 8gb c9
crucial m4 128gb ssd
msi 6970
panosonic sata dvdrw
corsiar ax850

ive never actually installed windows 7 and never owned an ssd! behind i know...

ive done some reading and it seems i just need to:

make sure all drives are unplugged other than ssd
put on lowest sata port
enable AHCI in bios

what i'm not sure about is post install, some places have said install intel RST driver? what is that, and do i need it? also, do i need to update the ssd firmware before install?

anything else i need to remember?

thanks!!

 

[Surveyor]

If you have any other HDD's then disconnect them before installing Windows on the SSD.

If you don't then some files will be installed onto the other drive which may cause issues later.