How to fix '4th Master Hard Disk Error' on Acer Desktop?
- YyyoungAug 28, 2025
The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Master in the 4th IDE controller could not be properly initialized by the BIOS. Check the connection and configuration of the device.
How to fix '4th Master Hard Disk Error' on Acer Desktop?
The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Master in the 4th IDE controller could not be properly initialized by the BIOS. Check the connection and configuration of the device.
How to fix '4th Slave Hard Disk Error' on Acer Aspire M5811?
The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Slave in the 4th IDE controller could not be properly initialized by the BIOS. Check the connection and configuration of the device.
How to fix '5th Master Hard Disk Error' on Acer Aspire M5811 Desktop?
The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Master in the 5th IDE controller could not be properly initialized by the BIOS. Check the connection and configuration of the device.
How to fix '5th Slave Hard Disk Error' on Acer Aspire M5811?
The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Slave in the 5th IDE controller could not be properly initialized by the BIOS. Check the connection and configuration of the device.
How to fix '6th Master Hard Disk Error' on Acer Aspire M5811?
The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Master in the 6th IDE controller could not be properly initialized by the BIOS. Check the connection and configuration of the device.
How to fix '6th Slave Hard Disk Error' on Acer Desktop?
The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Slave in the 6th IDE controller could not be properly initialized by the BIOS. Check the connection and configuration of the device.
How to fix 'Primary Master Drive - ATAPI Incompatible' on Acer Desktop?
The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Primary Master failed an ATAPI compatibility test. Check the compatibility of the device.
How to fix 'Primary Slave Drive - ATAPI Incompatible' on Acer Aspire M5811?
The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Primary Slave failed an ATAPI compatibility test. Check the compatibility of the device.
How to fix 'Secondary Master Drive - ATAPI Incompatible' on Acer Desktop?
The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Secondary Master failed an ATAPI compatibility test. Check the compatibility of the device.
How to fix 'Secondary Slave Drive - ATAPI Incompatible' on Acer Aspire M5811 Desktop?
The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Secondary Slave failed an ATAPI compatibility test. Check the compatibility of the device.
RAM | Up to 8 GB DDR3 |
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Operating System | Windows 7 Home Premium |
Networking | Gigabit Ethernet |
Processor | Intel Core i7-860 |
Processor Speed | 2.8 GHz |
Optical Drive | DVD Super Multi |
Audio | Integrated high-definition audio |
Ports | HDMI, VGA |
Chipset | Intel H57 Express |
USB Ports | 6 x USB 2.0 |
Network | Gigabit Ethernet |
Overview of the computer's hardware features and specifications.
Visual representation of the system's internal components and their connections.
Identifies and describes the system's internal and external components.
Identifies and describes the components located on the front of the computer chassis.
Identifies and describes the components located on the rear of the computer chassis.
Details on processor, BIOS, and major motherboard chips.
Details about the CPU type, socket, and speed.
Information regarding BIOS version, ROM type, and boot support.
Identifies the primary chipset and controller chips on the motherboard.
Explains ACPI support functions like device standby and suspend modes.
Details system states like SMM, Stop Grant State, and power saving modes.
Guide to the hardware configuration program for system settings.
Step-by-step instructions to access the CMOS setup utility.
Explains keyboard controls and navigation within the CMOS setup utility.
Overview of the main categories and parameters within the CMOS setup utility.
Configuration for system date, time, and POST error handling.
Settings for boot order, drive priority, and bootup options.
Settings related to chipset features like EIST, VT, and memory remapping.
Controls for onboard devices like SATA, USB, Audio, and LAN.
Configuration options for ACPI suspend modes and wake-up events.
Options for setting, changing, or removing supervisor and user passwords.
Resets all BIOS parameters to their default configurations.
Saves current BIOS settings and exits the utility.
Discards any changes made and exits the BIOS setup utility.
Lists the necessary tools and precautions for disassembling the computer.
Steps to follow before beginning the disassembly process.
Instructions on how to safely remove the computer's side panel.
Procedure for disconnecting and removing the CPU heat sink and fan.
Step-by-step guide on how to safely remove the CPU from its socket.
Instructions for disconnecting and removing the graphics (VGA) card.
Detailed steps for disconnecting and removing the hard disk drive assembly.
Instructions on how to detach and remove the front faceplate of the computer.
Procedure for disconnecting and removing the optical disc drive.
Guidance on disconnecting various internal cables from the motherboard.
Steps to disconnect and remove the computer's power supply unit.
Procedure for safely removing RAM modules from the motherboard slots.
Instructions on how to remove the motherboard from the chassis.
Explanation of the system's Power-On Self-Test process and its checkpoints.
List of POST checkpoint codes and their corresponding descriptions.
A catalog of POST error messages and potential causes or solutions.
Specific POST errors related to memory modules and detection.
POST errors encountered during the boot process, related to boot devices.
POST errors related to hard disk and optical drives.
POST errors pertaining to CMOS date, time, and settings.
Helps diagnose problems by matching symptoms to potential actions or FRUs.
Symptoms related to processor or its cooling fan issues.
Symptoms related to motherboard or RAM failures.
Symptoms related to hard disk drive errors or malfunctions.
Symptoms related to display output and monitor issues.
Symptoms related to the system's power switch or power delivery.
A general troubleshooting guide for issues not covered elsewhere.
Identifies the physical location of connectors and jumpers on the motherboard.
Details on setting jumpers for configuration options like CMOS clearing.
Specific instructions for the Clear CMOS jumper.
Configuration for the Intrusion Detection jumper.
Explains various header connections on the motherboard.
Pinout and function of the front panel connectors.
Pinout and function of the front panel USB headers.
Pinout and function of the front panel High Definition Audio headers.
Pinout and function of the front panel FireWire (1394) headers.
Pinout and function of the SATA data connectors.
Pinout and function of the 4-pin fan power headers.
Pinout and function of the Clear CMOS header.
Pinout and function of the S/PDIF audio header.
Pinout and function of the auxiliary audio input header.
Visual breakdown of system components for identification.
Comprehensive list of all Field Replaceable Units with part numbers.
Steps for checking Intel Matrix Storage Technology in a DOS environment.
Procedure for creating a RAID 0 volume using Intel Matrix Storage Technology in DOS.
Procedure for creating a RAID 1 volume using Intel Matrix Storage Technology in DOS.
Procedure for creating a RAID 5 volume using Intel Matrix Storage Technology in DOS.
Instructions for creating RAID volumes using Intel Matrix Storage Console in Windows 7.
Steps to create a RAID 0 volume in Windows 7 using Intel Matrix Storage Console.
Steps to create a RAID 1 volume in Windows 7 using Intel Matrix Storage Console.
Steps to create a RAID 5 volume in Windows 7 using Intel Matrix Storage Console.
Steps to create a RAID 10 volume in Windows 7 using Intel Matrix Storage Console.