1 installing an operating system, 2 powering up, 3 support dvd information – Asus V6-P8H61ELX User Manual

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Chapter 2: Starting up

2.1

Installing an operating system

The barebone system supports Windows

®

XP/Vista/7 operating systems (OS). Always install

the latest OS version and corresponding updates so you can maximize the features of your

hardware.

2.3

Support DVD information

The support DVD that came with the system contains useful software and several utility

drivers that enhance the system features.

2.2

Powering up

Press the system power button ( ) to enter the OS.

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.

• Screen display and driver options may not be the same for different operating system

versions.

• 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.

• Windows XP OS setup cannot recognize Serial ATA hard drives in a RAID set without

the necessary drivers. Use a RAID driver disk when installing Windows XP OS to a

Serial ATA hard drive included in a RAID set.

• From the Windows XP setup screen, press F6 when prompted then follow succeeding

screen instructions to install the SATA drivers.

R

Press to turn ON the system

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