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The 'master not found' error typically appears on older Windows XP systems with IDE hard drives, often after replacing an IDE HDD with a SATA SSD. Users report the message 'IDE HDD master not found press F1' during boot, requiring manual intervention to continue. Common solutions include disabling the IDE device in BIOS, switching the SATA SSD to a different port (e.g., port 1), or configuring AHCI settings for SATA devices. The error persists even after cloning the drive, indicating BIOS settings need adjustment to recognize the new storage configuration.
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    Windows XP IDE HDD master not found press F1 error after replacing HDD with SDD

    Hi, I have replaced an IDE HDD with a cloned SDD on an XP SP3 (Asus motherboard) PC. The PC boots up off SDD ok after the error message "IDE HDD master not found press F1" and pressing F1. I'm trying to get rid of this error message. The Bios setup thinks the IDE is still in the PC even thought...
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    • ahp asus bios boot issues cloning configuration device management error hardware issues hdd ide master not found motherboard pc upgrade port issues sata sp3 ssd troubleshooting windows xp
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    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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