1 installing an operating system, 2 powering up, 3 support dvd information – Asus V6-P5G31E User Manual

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Chapter 2: Starting up

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2.1

Installing an operating system

The barebone system supports Windows

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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.

Press.to.turn.ON.the.system

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