Intel Rapid Storage Technology for Windows 7 for Windows

Driver package for DZ68AF and DZ68PL motherboards

You can download the Intel Rapid Storage Technology (RAID) driver for Intel Desktop Boards DZ68AF and DZ68PL — version 10.6.0.1002 (latest). Be sure to select the correct build for your system: 32-bit and 64-bit installers are separate, so pick the one that matches your operating system architecture.

Supported operating systems

• Windows XP Professional x64 Edition (64-bit)
• Windows 7 (64-bit)
• Windows Vista (64-bit)
• Windows 7 (32-bit)
• Windows Vista (32-bit)
• Windows XP Professional (32-bit)
• Windows XP Media Center Edition (32-bit)
• Windows XP Home Edition (32-bit)

Compatibility and installation tips

• Confirm whether your OS is 32-bit or 64-bit before downloading — installing the wrong architecture can prevent the driver from working.
• The package listed is version 10.6.0.1002; verify this matches requirements for your board and RAID configuration.
• If you are updating an existing driver, create a system restore point or backup important data before proceeding.

Where to obtain the driver safely

• Download the installer directly from Intel’s official website to ensure authenticity and a virus-free file.
• The download is free; follow Intel’s instructions for installation and any prerequisites shown on the download page.

Alternate recommendation

If you need support for Windows 8, consider the Intel Rapid Storage Technology release targeted for Windows 8 systems as an alternative option.