How do I fix the AHCI port device error?

How do I fix the AHCI port device error?

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1. Set your BIOS so that it uses the DVD drive as its primary boot device.
2. Boot the machine with your Windows 7 Repair CD.
3. Press a key if prompted to boot from the DVD.
4. Select “Repair PC” from the menu.
5. Select Repair when prompted.
6. Select System Restore when prompted.

What is a Ahci port?

The Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is a technical standard defined by Intel that specifies the operation of Serial ATA (SATA) host controllers in a non-implementation-specific manner in its motherboard chipsets.

How do I enable AHCI in Windows 10?

Right-click the Windows Start Menu once more. Choose Command Prompt (Admin). Type this command and press ENTER: bcdedit /deletevalue {current} safeboot (ALT: bcdedit /deletevalue safeboot) Reboot once more and Windows will automatically start with AHCI drivers enabled.

Should I disable AHCI RAID?

If you are using a SATA SSD drive, AHCI may be more suitable than RAID. If you are using multiple hard drives, RAID is a better choice than AHCI. If you want to use an SSD plus extra HHDs under RAID mode, it’s recommended that you continue using RAID mode.

How do I change my hard drive to AHCI mode?

1. Enable AHCI mode in BIOS

1. Shut down your system.
2. Power the system On, and tap the F2 key to boot to BIOS.
3. Go to System or Hardware configuration (this will differ based on BIOS).
4. Look for AHCIor SATA mode.
5. Enable AHCI or under SATA mode, set it to AHCI.
6. Save and Exit BIOS.
7. AHCI will be enabled.

How do I go back to AHCI?

Here’s how.

1. Right-click the Windows Start Menu.
2. Type this command and press ENTER: bcdedit /set {current} safeboot minimal.
3. Restart the computer and enter BIOS Setup (the key to press varies between systems).
4. Change the SATA Operation mode to AHCI from either IDE or RAID (again, the language varies).

Should I turn on AHCI?

The matter us that if you just enable AHCI mode after Windows installation, you will face a BSOD error, INACCESSABLE_BOOT_DEVICE (which is known as “blue screen of death”) or your system will refuse to boot, getting stuck in a series of restarts. That is why it is recommended to enable AHCI before installing Windows.

How to fix AHCI port3 device error on MSI P45 motherboard?

At startup it gives the error AHCI Port3 Device Error Press F1 to resume. If I change the ports then it will give that port device error. There are three other SATA devices on this MSI P45 motherboard. I have changed the sata cable but it does not make much difference the result is the same.

How do I fix the AHCI port1 device error?

The AHCI Port1 Device Error likely occurs due to corrupted or missing system files. Also, when your device drivers are outdated and not installed correctly can contribute to your computer’s boot up issue. As an initial troubleshooting, we suggest that you perform a Startup Repair under the System Recovery Options .

Will System Restore work when AHCI device error occurs?

System Restore will not work in this case. This error is not the fault of your operating system. This AHCI device error was generated from the BIOS’ S.M.A.R.T. detection. It has absolutely nothing to do with your operating system. At the time you see this error message, the operating system has not been yet started.

Why is my SATA port 0 not working?

The error that you mentioned is unlikely due to an update, but is an error message by your BIOS. Error messages like this pertains to either the SATA Port 0 is failing, or it’s the hard disk connected to SATA Port 0 is failing. If you are using a desktop, if you can, try to change the port where the hard disk is connected.