Make sure you are using the correct 64-bit driver for Windows Server 2022, and the driver files (not the installer) are on the USB drive.
To ensure Windows Server 2022 recognizes your RAID volumes during or after installation, you must use the correct driver version.
Advance through the initial language and keyboard selection screens, then click .
Before proceeding, it is essential to ensure your environment meets the basic requirements for this controller. Make sure you are using the correct 64-bit
Double-click the downloaded HPE Smart Component executable on a separate technician PC. Select the option rather than "Install".
For full management of RAID levels, array creation, and monitoring, install (available as a Windows GUI or CLI version).
During boot, press to access Intelligent Provisioning or use the HPE Smart Storage Administrator (SSA) via UEFI. Select the S100i controller. Before proceeding, it is essential to ensure your
: A blank USB drive (FAT32 formatted) to load the extracted driver files.
: If you are installing Windows Server 2022 from scratch, you must manually inject the driver
The S100i is a "software RAID" (SW RAID) solution integrated into the motherboard of many HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers. Unlike high-end "P-class" hardware controllers that have their own dedicated processor and cache, the S100i uses your server's CPU to manage RAID levels like 0, 1, 5, and 10. For full management of RAID levels, array creation,
The is essential for bringing reliability and performance to your storage solutions on ProLiant Gen10 servers running Windows Server 2022. By ensuring you have the latest driver version, you can maximize the potential of your embedded RAID solution, protect your data, and ensure a stable environment.
As of 2025–2026, HPE provides native Windows Server 2022 drivers for the S100i controller. They are not built into the Windows Server 2022 installation media by default, meaning you must load them manually during OS installation or add them post-deployment.