EVGA Z170 Classified Intel RAID Preinstall Driver 14.5.0.1081

Specifications:

- Intel Z170 Chipset
- SLI – Up to 4 Way SLI
- 2 USB 3.1, 8 USB 3.0, 2 USB 2.0
- 4 DIMMs, dual channel DDR4, 3200 MHz+, up to 64GB
- Solid State capacitors
- Form Factor – EATX
- Dual Intel NICs, i219PHY and i210
- Creative Labs 6 channel audio + optical out
- M.2 Key M up to 32GB/s
- M.2 Key E
- Replaceable BIOS Chip
- PCI-E Disable Switches
- PCI-E Lanes – 40

Features:

- 8 Phase PWM
- 8 Layer PCB
- Onboard Power, Reset, and CMOS Reset buttons
- Isolated Audio traces for better sound clarity
- Onboard POST Code Indicator/CPU Temp Monitor
- Black Nickel CPU ILM
- 300% Increased Gold Content

External I/O:

- 2x USB 2.0
- 6x USB 3.0
- 2x Intel NIC (i219PHY and i210)
- HDMI 1.4
- Display Port 1.2
- Creative Core3D 5.1 Audio + Optical Out
- CMOS reset switch

Internal I/O:

- 1x USB 3.0 header (2 ports)
- 1x USB 3.1 header (2 ports)
- 8 SATA 6G
- 2 SATA Express (uses 4 SATA 6G)
- M.2 Key M
- M.2 Key E

About SATA / AHCI / RAID Preinstall Drivers:

Download this package if you intend to switch the SATA settings between available modes (AHCI, RAID, or IDE) after an operating system has been installed.

Remember that if you modify these settings without applying the proper files, the OS will not be able to boot until requirements are met or changes are reverted.

As for the installation method, it would be best if you refer to the manufacturer’s update guide, read all the steps, and initiate this task only when you have completely familiarized yourself with the procedure.

Even though other platforms might also be compatible with this release, we strongly recommend that you apply the driver only on specified operating systems in order to successfully perform the installation. If a failure occurs, the computer could suffer serious malfunctions.

With these in mind, if you wish to modify the SATA settings according to the mode highlighted in this version, click the download button and make the desired changes. Visit our website as often as possible to stay up to date with the latest releases.