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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 To Different Users
First-Time DIY System Builder
Welcome to the DIY world! Building your own computer system is not as diffi-
cult as you may think. To make your first computer DIY experience successful,
right from the start, we have designed the 3.1 Hardware Installation section
in a step-by-step fashion for all the first-time DIY system builders. Prior to
installation, we also suggest you to read the whole manual carefully to gain a
complete understanding of your new Shuttle FB61 mainboard.
Experienced DIY User
Congratulate on your purchase of the Shuttle FB61 mainboard. You will find
that installing your new Shuttle FB61 mainboard is just easy. Bundled with an
array of onboard functions, the highly-integrated FB61 mainboard provides you
with a total solution to build the most stable and reliable system. Refer to sec-
tions 3.2 Jumper Settings and Chapter 4 Drivers/Software Utilities to
find out how to get the best out of your new mainboard. Chapter 5 BIOS
Setup also contains the relevant information on how to tune up your system to
achieve higher performance.
System Integrator
You have wisely chosen Shuttle FB61 to construct your system. Shuttle FB61
incorporates all the state-of-the-art technology of the Inte82801EB
chipset from Intel. It integrates the most advanced functions you can find to
date in a compact Small Form Factor ATX board.
