Harddrive Registry Issue

[Toki]

Alright. So....
My computer got hit with a nasty piece of work that took effect almost immediately. No real surprise there...
I got the drive wiped clean but when I try to put in a disc, such as windows, for reinstalling the OS, it says that my harddrive isn't there.
However, all hardware inquiries show that it is, with no problem.

I was informed that this is a registry issue, like the virus deleted it from there.
Any suggestions for how to fix it?

edit:
I'd like to avoid having to buy a new HD for this, as much as possible.

[latency]

Well it's not the registry, because while window isn't installed, there isn't a registry.

Sounds to me like you need to load the sata drivers for your motherboard.

What sort of computer is this?

[Fireblade]

Sounds to me like you need to load the sata drivers for your motherboard.

Yup... that's what my money is on at this stage... but the make/model of motherboard (in particular) will help confirm it?

[jana]

Try using SD fix, it may solve the problem by removing trojans & Malware which will free your computer and improve speed

[Forthy]

Some humour filled comment concerning Forthy.

Seems to be the done thing, these days...

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