DRIVER_IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL (storahci.sys) --- BSOD Running on VirtualBox

Question

I'm trying to install the DP on VirtualBox, but I've got this error during the boot of the ISO image that I just downloaded from MSDN.

The host is a Windows 7 Professional x64, the processor is an AMD Phenom II X2 3.2GHz with Virtalization enabled.

Here is the error again

DRIVER_IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL (storahci.sys)

Does anyone have any idea of how to solve this problem?

Answer 1

Here are steps for installation: http://www.sysprobs.com/guide-install-windows-8-virtualbox

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Marin

Answer 2

I had this same issue.  I changed my hard drive in VirtualBox from a SATA Controller in AHCI mode to and IDE Controller and it installed with no issues.

For the record, prior to experiencing the issue, I had created a new virtual machine and chose Windows 7 as the machine's OS.  I kept all the default settings that VirtualBox sets for Windows 7.  The only setting that changed was the hard drive controller.  Worked fine after that.

Answer 3

Thanks -- this solution worked for me.  I deleted the default SATA Controller, and established the VHD as IDE Controller (Primary Master):

• Windows 7 Ultimate
• Virtual Box
• Denali CTP3 Demo VHD http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?id=27253

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Mark Tabladillo PhD (MVP, SAS Expert; MCT, MCITP, MCAD .NET) http://www.marktab.net