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Not exactly a Linux problem, but a hardware thing nontheless.
I got a 160GB hd and expected a couple difficulties along the way, but this is just stupid. I've tried every jumper I have on every slot, I've hooked the drive as master and slave, I tried to partition it, but it will not get out of 32GB mode.
Does anyone know how to get my full capacity?
How old is the system that you're installing this drive in?
I got it either last year or year before last. Quite new.
Check the BIOS.
I believe it needs to be set to "Auto" instead of LBA or whatever it is at.
It was set to auto. My hd's label said put it to LBA. None of them go over the 32GB limit
You need to check if there's a BIOS update for 48bit LBA for your motherobard and if that's not possible you'll need to buy a controller card that does support 48bit LBA.
Ok my newest issue is the bios. I do not know how to update it- at all.
I went to the site, downloaded a file which when executed, extracted more files. RUNME.bat was to be used in safe mode with command prompt or something like it. It did not work. I tried 'flashing' the bios with AWDFLASH.exe, but with no luck.
Does anyone know how to help me now? I need to boot from a dvd and possibly fix my hard drive problem
manufacturer: Abit
chipset: SiS651/962L
Be careful when flashing your BIOS. If you do it improperly you could cause yourself some grief. Just make sure any BIOS update is the one intended for your motherboard, print out the instructions for installing the flash upgrade, and follow them exactly as instructed.
It appears that the SiS651/962 doesn't natively support 48Bit LBA so updating your BIOS is not going to fix the issue. You will need a controller card to utilize the the 160GB drive.
ok.
1. will updating it at least let me boot with a DVD?
1a. can you help me with my updating situation if it can?
2. What is a controller card and how much does it cost?