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.
As of this writing, HPE continues to support the S100i controller for Windows Server 2022. However, the Gen10 platform is nearing end-of-life (EoL) status. For future Windows Server releases, HPE may or may not release updated drivers. If you plan to upgrade to a future OS: As of 2025–2026, HPE provides native Windows Server
The HPE Smart Array S100i SR Gen10 is a software-based RAID controller embedded on select HPE ProLiant Gen10 and Gen10 Plus servers. Unlike hardware RAID controllers, the S100i uses host system resources (CPU and memory) to manage disk arrays. To function correctly in Windows Server 2022, the appropriate driver must be installed during or after OS deployment. The HPE Smart Array S100i SR Gen10 is
This article provides a complete guide to identifying, downloading, and installing the S100i driver for Windows Server 2022. | Issue | Solution | |-------|----------| | Driver
| Issue | Solution | |-------|----------| | Driver not signed | Boot Windows with “Disable driver signature enforcement” (temporary) or ensure you downloaded from HPE (certified). | | S100i not detected in BIOS | Check server BIOS → SATA Controller → set to RAID mode (not AHCI). | | Blue screen during install | Ensure you’re using Windows Server 2022 driver, not 2019/2016. | | HPE SSA (Smart Storage Admin) doesn’t see array | Install HPE SSA separately (for S100i, use the “SW RAID” version). |