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[reef monkey]

when you are installing windows XP using raid or sata you must first install third party utilities in order for windows to recognize the drive configuration. The third party utility should be on the disk that came with the motherboard or adapter card you are using. When windows first starts up it will ask you if you need to install third party utilities say yes and install them from the third party disk.the next time windows starts it will find your drive and you can install as before.