Win10 Device Manager: Display AHCI at Channels
This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to display AHCI at channels in Windows 10 Device Manager, similar to Windows XP and Windows 7. The process involves accessing the Device Manager, locating storage devices, and modifying the SATA operation mode.
Accessing the Device Manager
To access the Device Manager in Windows 10, follow these steps:
- Right-click the Start button and select
Device Managerfrom the context menu. - Alternatively, you can press the Windows key + X and choose
Device Managerfrom the Power User menu.
Locating Storage Devices
In the Device Manager window, expand the Storage controllers category to view all storage devices connected to your computer:
- Click the arrow next to
Storage controllersto expand the category. - Locate the storage devices listed under this category, such as SATA controllers and RAID controllers.
Modifying the SATA Operation Mode
To modify the SATA operation mode, follow these steps:
- Right-click the SATA controller and select
Properties. - In the Properties window, click the
Advanced Settingstab. - Under the Performance section, select
AHCIfor the SATA Operation Mode. - Click
OKto save the changes.
Verifying the Changes
After modifying the SATA operation mode, it's essential to verify that the changes have taken effect. You can do this by checking the Device Manager tree structure, as shown in the following picture: