Upgrading from one drive to two in RAID1 (ATA)

When I built this computer using a 915G Combo MB, it was the first time I'd ever attempted something like it. I was just relieved that it worked! Now, I'd really like to install a Mirror drive and upgrade my system to RAID1. I am using a Maxtor ATA Hard Drive and want to install a second identical one. Did I blow it? Do I have to reinstall my OS and all my programs all over again?
Any help someone can give me would be extremely appreciated. I don't want to start and then run into a brick wall. THANKS!

Thanks for your help. This is my first time ever putting together a computer, and also my first time participating in a community forum, so even the term, "sticky" had me a little bit confused! But, after fifteen minutes -- yes, it really did take me that long to figure out what a sticky is -- I read yours and all I can say is, thank you so much, for taking time to author such an informative posting.

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