Deskstar 75GXP IBM-DTLA-307075 hard disk driver(s)

Hi All

I am desperately seeking a Windows 98SE or Windows ME driver for my IBM Deskstar 75GXP IBM-DTLA-307075 hard disk. I have been all over IBM web sites and searching the Internet for around four years now, but to no avail.

Many Thanks
Francois Moller

 

Harddrives don't need drivers. If you're having a problem with the drive it's probably due to the disk size. Computers have limits, as well as Win98 has it's limits.

The limits are usually at 2GB and 32GB. To be able to use a disk greater than that on an old motherboard you'd need to find a BIOS upgrade. A so called 'flash' file. It's a bit risky on old boards though, you might damage the board beyond repair so use it at your own risk.

Once you've upgraded your BIOS just go on to windowsupdate.com and download everything there and Win98 should be ready for larger drives as well. That's if you don't want to / can't upgrade to WinXP.

If you post your motherboards brand and model we could help you find the flash file.

 

Hi

I hope this helps! The info about my computer is:
System

Manufacturer : Compaq
Model : Deskpro
Serial Number : 8017DW443307
ID : FFEF3ADD-7F0FBFD7-6BCD9EFC-FB13B71B

Mainboard
Manufacturer : Compaq
MP Support : No
Model : 0664h
Serial Number : 8017DW443307

FLASH Memory Controller
Location : Mainboard
Error Correction Capability : None
Number of Memory Slots : 1
Bank 3 - XU15 : Chip Non-Volatile FLASH 512kB/4

Chipset 1
Model : Intel Corporation 82810e 810e Chipset Host Bridge and Memory Controller Hub
Bus(es) : X-Bus PCI USB i2c/SMBus
Front Side Bus Speed : 1x 133MHz (133MHz data rate)
Maximum FSB Speed / Max Memory Speed : 1x 133MHz / 1x 133MHz
Width : 64-bit
IO Queue Depth : 4 request(s)

BIOS

Manufacturer : Compaq
Version : 686J1 v3.10
Date : 07/12/2000
Plug & Play Version : 1.00
SMBIOS/DMI Version : 2.30
ID : FC 01 00
(EE)PROM Size : 512kB (4Mbit)

General Capabilities
Can be Updated/Flashed : Yes
Can be Shadowed : Yes
Is Socketed : No
Supports Plug & Play : Yes
Supports ESCD : Yes
Supports Enhanced Disk Drive : Yes
NEC PC-98 Spec Compatible : No