Asus P5N73-AM - Manual (Page 36)

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1.11 Software support
1.11.1 Installing an operating system
This motherboard supports Windows ® 32-bit XP / 64-bit XP / 32-bit Vista / 64-bit Vista
Operating Systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to
maximize the features of your hardware.
• Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Use the setup procedures presented in
this section for reference only. Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information.
• Ensure that you install Windows ® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions / Windows ® Vista
Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and
system stability.
1.11.2 Support DVD information
The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software
applications, and utilities that you can install to get all motherboard features.
If the Autorun function is NOT enabled on your computer, browse the contents of the
Support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click
ASSETUP.EXE to run the DVD.
Click an icon to
display Support DVD/
motherboard information
Click an item to install
The contents of the Support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the
ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates.
To run the Support DVD
Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers
menu if the Autorun function is enabled on your computer.