Use the latest drivers and BIOS for your motherboard.
When it comes to computer parts like motherboards, there are many different products from different manufacturers. It's common to bump into problems when building or using a computer. Asrock are prone to hard-drive related problems.
Causes
The vast majority of problems that arise with motherboards are due to incorrect BIOS settings or incompatibility with other hardware components. Asrock motherboards don't always accurately detect the hard drives, especially when the hard drive has a high capacity or uses a SATA connection.
Prevention/Solution
Updating the BIOS of your Asrock motherboard to the latest version available will typically resolve the hard-drive related issues. If the problems persist, you may also need to update the drive's firmware.
Caution
Some Asrock motherboards support SATA Hot-Plug, which allows SATA drives to be connected or disconnected without turning off the PC. However, if this operation is not done correctly, the hard drive may be permanently damaged. Ensure the hard drive is Hot-Plug compatible and follow the instructions in the Asrock motherboard's manual on safely use this feature.
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