I cannot install the Intel Matrix Storage Manager

Question

Hello,   I downloaded the recommended update (version A08) for the 'Intel Matrix Storage Manager' for my system. My system is : - Dimension E520 - DM061 - Windows Vista 32-bit English   And my problem is that during the install of the update, I am told that my machine does not meet the minimum requirements etc ...   Is there a good soul who is able to help me please ? Thanks

DELL-Donald K · Answer

Do you have a RAID array?   If you don't then you don't need it.

727stretch · Answer

Unless you're running a RAID array, you don't need this update anyhow.  Dell does not clearly state that on their drivers & downloads site.  Also, I found out from Dell tech support that the updated driver has glitches when used with XP, and there is no patch available.  The reason why the driver is installed/offered on E520s in the first place is that RAID was available on any E520 from the factory.    As for me, I was getting some weird BSODs when playing games, and after doing some research, I tracked it back to the Matrix Storage Manager.  Since the driver(s) can't be uninstalled, I disabled the software from starting using msconfig, and I haven't had the BSODs since then.  I'm not running any sort of RAID setup, so it was unnecessary anyhow.

V.A · Answer

Thanks for the answers. I give up trying, it looks like I am better off without it :smileyhappy:

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I cannot install the Intel Matrix Storage Manager

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