Intel(R) 6 Series/C200 Series Chipset Family 4 port Serial ATA Storage Controller - 1C00 Driver

The Intel(R) 6 Series/C200 Series Chipset Family 4 port Serial ATA Storage Controller – 1C00 driver helps Windows recognize and work with the Intel storage controller that connects SATA drives to your computer. It is relevant when reinstalling Windows, resolving an unidentified storage controller in Device Manager, or restoring the correct chipset configuration on a compatible desktop or laptop.

Key Features

• Correct controller identification: Helps Windows identify the Intel 1C00 storage controller rather than display an unknown device or generic label.
• SATA storage integration: Supports proper configuration of the controller used by connected SATA hard drives, solid-state drives, and optical drives.
• System-specific compatibility: Packages may cover Windows 10, 8.1, 7, Vista, and XP; compatibility depends on the individual release, computer model, and system architecture.
• Chipset configuration support: Depending on the package, installation may supply device identification information rather than replace the storage driver already built into Windows.

Before choosing an Intel(R) 6 Series/C200 Series Chipset Family 4 port Serial ATA Storage Controller – 1C00 driver download for Windows, check the package’s supported operating systems and hardware IDs. If you are comparing Windows 10/11 options, note that Windows 11 is not listed among the supported systems here; do not assume a Windows 10 package supports it. A free download should still come from a trusted source and match your hardware.

How to Install Intel(R) 6 Series/C200 Series Chipset Family 4 port Serial ATA Storage Controller – 1C00 Driver

1. Verify the controller. Open Device Manager, locate the controller under IDE ATA/ATAPI controllers or Storage controllers, and check Properties > Details > Hardware Ids. Look for Intel vendor ID `VEN_8086` and device ID `DEV_1C00`.
2. Select a compatible package. Confirm your Windows version and whether it is 32-bit or 64-bit. Choose the latest version explicitly supporting your system, preferably from your computer manufacturer or Intel.
3. Prepare for installation. Back up important files and create a restore point if available. Keep your existing BIOS storage mode unchanged.
4. Install the driver. Run the supplied installer and follow its instructions. For an extracted driver package, use Device Manager > Update driver > Browse my computer for drivers and select the extracted folder.
5. Restart and check. Reboot if prompted, then confirm that Device Manager shows no warning icon and your drives remain accessible.

Keep the driver updated when a compatible update addresses a specific issue or is recommended for your computer. Avoid forcing a newer package onto a stable system when its compatibility is unclear.