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3.2.4 IDE Configuration
! ATA/IDE Configuration
This can be configured as Disabled, Compatible or Enhanced.
! Configure SATA as
This can be configured as IDE or AHCI.
! SATA1/SATA2
While entering setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA
devices. This displays the status of SATA device auto-detection.
! CF1
While entering setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of CF
devices. This displays the status of CF device auto-detection.
! Hard Disk Write Protect
Disable/Enable device write protection. This will be effective only if device is
accessed through BIOS.
! IDE Detect Time Out (Sec)
This item allows you to select the time out value for detecting ATA/ATAPI
device(s).
! AHCI Configuration
AHCI is a new interface specification that allows the SATA controller driver to
support advanced features. While entering setup, BIOS auto detects the pres-
ence of AHCI devices. This displays the status of auto detection of AHCI
devices.
! Super I/O Configuration
This item enables users to set the Super IO device status, including enabling of
COMs.