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Chapter 3: Getting started
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.
3.1
Installing an operating system
This system supports Windows
®
2000/2003 Server/XP operating systems (OS).
Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the
features of your system.
3.2
Support CD information
The support CD that came with the system package contains the drivers, software
applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all system features.
3.2.1
Running the support CD
Place the support CD to the optical drive. The CD automatically displays the
Drivers
menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.
• Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Use the setup
procedures presented in this chapter for reference only. Refer to your OS
documentation for detailed information.
• Make sure that you install Windows
®
2000 Service Pack 4 or the Windows
®
XP Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for better
compatibility and system stability.
The contents of the support CD are subject to change at any time without
notice. Visit the ASUS website(www.asus.com) for updates.
Click an item to install
Click an icon to display
support CD / motherboard
information