ULi SATA/RAID Controller (M1573) Driver

The ULi SATA/RAID Controller (M1573) driver enables Windows to communicate with SATA storage devices connected through this Uli controller, including drives configured for supported RAID operation. It is intended for compatible older motherboards and systems that need their storage controller recognized after a Windows installation or driver repair.

Key Features

• Provides the controller-specific interface Windows needs to access connected SATA hard drives and other compatible storage devices.
• Supports RAID functionality when available and correctly configured in the motherboard firmware.
• Helps resolve a missing or incorrectly identified storage controller in Device Manager when the cause is an absent or incompatible driver.
• Offers support for Windows 10, 8.1, 7, Vista, and XP through matching driver packages; check each package’s operating system and architecture requirements before use.

Before choosing a ULi SATA/RAID Controller (M1573) driver download for Windows, confirm that your computer actually uses the M1573 controller. Older storage hardware requires particular care: a package described as the latest version is not necessarily suitable for every motherboard or Windows edition. For Windows 10/11 systems, verify compatibility explicitly; Windows 11 is not included in the supported OS list provided for this device.

How to Install ULi SATA/RAID Controller (M1573) Driver

1. Identify your hardware and Windows edition. Open Device Manager, locate the storage controller, and check its hardware IDs under Properties > Details. Confirm whether Windows is 32-bit or 64-bit.
2. Choose a matching package. Check the supported hardware IDs, operating system, and any motherboard-specific notes. For a free download, prefer a trusted manufacturer or hardware-support source, and avoid installers that bundle unrelated software.
3. Prepare for the update. Back up important files and create a restore point if available. Do not change the BIOS SATA or RAID mode simply to match a driver, as this can prevent Windows from booting.
4. Install the driver. Extract the download and follow its included instructions. If no setup program is provided, use Device Manager’s Update Driver option and browse to the extracted driver folder.
5. Restart and verify. Reboot when prompted, check Device Manager for warning icons, and confirm that connected drives remain accessible.

Keep the driver updated when a verified, compatible release addresses a problem affecting your system. If storage is working reliably, review release notes before you update—installing an unsuitable legacy controller driver can cause more trouble than it solves.