Windows 7 Best driver for Symbios LSI 53C810?

[tony22]

I successfully installed Win7 Ultimate 64 bit on a new drive which is in my workhorse PC. I have only a couple of open driver issues. One is for my SCSI adapter (which I still need). I went to the Symbios site and was not surprised to see that there are no new drivers for this device. They have a Win XP ASPI layer package, and drivers for NT 4.0 which have the most recent date (which is still years ago).

Anybody have any guidance on which driver I should use for a 53C810?

 

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To find compatible drivers for your SCSI adapter 53C810 for Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit, you can try the following steps:

Method 1: Use Windows Update​

1. Check Windows Update: Windows Update might have generic drivers for your SCSI adapter. You can search for updates related to your SCSI adapter in the Windows Update section of your PC.

   Method 2: Compatibility Mode​

2. Compatibility Mode: You can try installing the SCSI adapter driver for Windows XP or NT 4.0 in compatibility mode. Here's how:
   • Right-click on the driver setup file.
   • Select "Properties" and go to the "Compatibility" tab.
   • Check the box for "Run this program in compatibility mode for."
   • Select the Windows XP or NT 4.0 option from the dropdown.
   • Click "Apply" and then "OK."
   • Run the setup file and follow the installation instructions.

     Method 3: Use Device Manager​

   []Check Device Manager: You can manually try to install the driver in Device Manager by following these steps:
   • Press Windows + X and select "Device Manager."
   • Locate the SCSI adapter under "SCSI and RAID Controllers."
   • Right-click on it and select "Update Driver Software."
   • Choose "Browse my computer for driver software" and then manually select the driver you downloaded.

     Method 4: Driver Websites and Forums​

   []Third-Party Driver Sites: Look for third-party sites that specialize in archiving drivers for older hardware. They might have the driver you need.
3. User Forums: Search user forums or communities related to hardware enthusiasts who might have faced a similar issue and found a solution.

   Additional Tips​

   • Always ensure you download drivers from reputable sources to prevent any malware or compatibility issues.
   • Backup your system before installing any drivers to avoid any potential issues.
   By trying these methods, you should be able to find and install a suitable driver for your SCSI adapter on Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit. If you encounter any difficulties or need further assistance, feel free to ask for help.