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ROG Maximus III Extreme

4-9

4.3

Software information

Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently
guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme file that came
with the software application for more information.

4.3.1

VIA

®

High Definition Audio utility

High Definition Audio utility

The VIA

®

High Definition Audio CODEC provides 10-channel audio capability

(Windows

®

Vista / 7 only) to deliver the ultimate audio experience on your

computer. The software provides Jack-Detection,Multi-Streaming, Front Panel
Jack-Retasking and S/PDIF Out support.

Follow the installation wizard to install the VIA

®

Audio Driver from the support

CD/DVD that came with the motherboard package.

If the VIA audio software is correctly installed, you will find
the

VIA HD Audio Deck icon on the Windows notification

area. Click on the icon to display the VIA HD Audio Deck.

VIA HD Audio Deck

A.

VIA HD Audio Deck for Windows

®

Vista™ / Windows

®

7™

Configuration options

Fold / unfold

interface

Output source

select

Volume control

Output jack

indicator

Software

information

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