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1 installing an operating system, 2 support cd information, 1 running the support cd – Asus Motherboard A7N8X-VM User Manual

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Chapter 3: Software support

3.1

Installing an operating system

This motherboard supports Windows 98SE/ME/NT/2000/XP as well as Linux Red
Hat, SuSE, TurboLinux and Caldera operating systems (OS). Always install the
latest OS version and corresponding updates so you can maximize the features of
your hardware.

Because motherboard settings and hardware options vary, use the setup
procedures presented in this chapter for general reference only. Refer to your
OS documentation for more information.

3.2

Support CD information

The support CD that came with the motherboard contains useful software and
several utility drivers that enhance the motherboard features.

3.2.1 Running the support CD

To begin using the support CD, simply insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. The
CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your
computer.

The contents of the support CD are subject to change at any time without
notice. Visit the ASUS website for updates.

If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the
support CD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click
the ASSETUP.EXE to run the CD.

Click an icon to display
more information

Click an item to install