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11 software support, 1 installing an operating system, 2 support dvd information – Asus P5KPL-AM/PS User Manual

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Chapter 1: Product introduction

1.11

Software support

1.11.1

Installing an operating system

This motherboard supports Windows

®

XP / 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 / Windows

®

Vista Service Pack 1

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 avail all motherboard features.

Click an item to install

Click an icon to

display Support DVD/

motherboard information

If Autorun 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 the ASSETUP.EXE to run

the DVD.

The following screen is used for reference only.

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 to the optical drive. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu

if Autorun is enabled in your computer.