Windows 7 Intel D975XBX2 Marvell SATA driver needed for Windows 7

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Intel D975XBX2 Marvell SATA driver needed for Windows 7
Installed Windows 7 (62 bit) onto Intel D975XBX2 ATX Motherboard.
I can not get windows to recognize the SATA drives attached to the internal Marvell card.
BIOS see the drives, just not windows.
Attempted to install both Windows XP 64 and Vista 64 Intel drivers (STOR_allOS_8.7.0.1007_PV), but the install fails with "system does not meet the minimum requirements)

Any Ideas?

 

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To resolve the issue where Windows 7 is not recognizing the SATA drives attached to the internal Marvell card on your Intel D975XBX2 motherboard, you will need to install the appropriate Marvell SATA driver. Here's how you can proceed:

Steps to Install Marvell SATA Driver for Windows 7:​

1. Identify the Correct Driver:
   • Ensure you have the correct Marvell SATA driver for your motherboard and Windows 7 (64-bit). You may need to download the specific driver from the Intel website or the Marvell website.
   []Manual Driver Installation:
   • If the automatic installation of the driver fails, you can try manually installing the driver through Device Manager.
     • Press Windows Key + X and select "Device Manager."
     • Locate the Marvell SATA controller in the list.
     • Right-click on it and choose "Update Driver Software."
     • Select "Browse my computer for driver software" and navigate to the folder where you have the downloaded driver.
     • Follow the on-screen instructions to install the driver.
   []Driver Compatibility Mode:
   • If the driver setup fails due to compatibility issues, you can try installing it in compatibility mode.
     • Right-click on the driver setup file and select "Properties."
     • Go to the "Compatibility" tab.
     • Check the box for "Run this program in compatibility mode for:"
     • Choose the Windows version the driver is designed for (e.g., Windows XP or Vista).
     • Apply the changes and try running the installation again.
   []Driver Signature Enforcement:
   • If you face issues related to driver signature enforcement, you can temporarily disable driver signature enforcement to install the driver.
     • Restart your system.
     • During boot, press F8 repeatedly to access the Advanced Boot Options menu.
     • Select "Disable Driver Signature Enforcement."
     • Proceed with the driver installation.
   []Alternate Driver Sources:
   • If you are unable to find the correct driver, you may need to explore unofficial sources or forums where users share modified or alternative drivers for older hardware.

     Additional Tips:​

     • Ensure that your BIOS settings are correctly configured to enable SATA support.
     • Verify that the SATA drives are properly connected and functional.
     • Check for any firmware updates for your motherboard that may address SATA drive recognition issues.
     By following these steps, you should be able to install the Marvell SATA driver for your Intel D975XBX2 motherboard on Windows 7 (64-bit) and resolve the issue of Windows not recognizing the SATA drives attached to the internal Marvell card.