Gigabyte GA-Z68AP-D3 (rev. 2.0) Intel SATA Preinstall Driver 12.8.0.1016 Download

Posted at November 2, 2024 by PCI-DB Team

Gigabyte GA-Z68AP-D3 (rev. 2.0) Intel SATA Preinstall Driver 12.8.0.1016 Description

Key Features:

- Supports for LGA1155 2nd Generation Intel Core Processors
- Touch BIOS delivers the innovative new way to modify BIOS.
- 4X performance boost with mSATA Intel Smart Response Technology
- Supports USB 3.0 with superfast transfer rates of up to 5 Gbps
- High speed SATA3 storage interface with superfast 6Gbps link speed
- GIGABYTE 3x USB Power with On/Off Charge USB ports
- CrossFireX multi-graphics support for ultimate graphics performance
- Hybrid EFI technology with DualBIOS for 3TB HDD support
- HDMI graphics output for smoother HD video playback
- XHD technology accelerating hard drive performance with ease
- GIGABYTE DualBIOS technology delivering highest level failure protection

This package contains the files needed for installing the SATA Preinstall driver. If it has been installed, updating (overwrite-installing) may fix problems, add new functions, or expand existing ones. Even though other OSes might be compatible as well, we do not recommend applying this release on platforms other than the ones specified.

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.

  It is highly recommended to always use the most recent driver version available.

Try to set a system restore point before installing a device driver. This will help if you installed an incorrect or mismatched driver. Problems can arise when your hardware device is too old or not supported any longer.

Related Intel Drivers