[prashantmaxsteel]

the driver is updated.
i have heard code 10 covers much more ground.
Microsoft site says code 10 error for HDDs, soud card and DV Camera could be some enumeration problem which can be fixed by some hotfix.

The problem is Microsoft has still not replied back or sent the hotfix link even after 2-3 weeks since I applied for it using their online form.

One more thing. I have reinstalled XP.
I installed the latest drivers for the SATA adapter PCI Card and put in the card. The comp detected the card and was fine.

Then when I connected the HDD to the card and started the comp, the comp became very very very slow. used to get stuck every now and then.
I waited and waited! finally I accessed Device Manager. the code 10 error has reappeared.
My SATA adapter card has VIA6421 chip.