VIA Technologies VB8001, Operating Manual

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VB8001 Operating Guide
October 16, 2008 - 12 - Version 1.0
VIA VB8001 Microsoft and Linux Driver Support
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The VIA VB8001 mainboard is compatible with Microsoft operating systems. The latest Windows
2000 and Windows XP drivers can be downloaded from the VEPD website at
www.viaembedded.com .
For embedded operating systems (Windows CE.NET and Windows XP Embedded), the related
drivers can be found in the VIA Arena website at
www.viaarena.com .
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The VIA VB8001 mainboard is highly compatible with many Linux distributions.
Support and drivers are provided through various methods including:
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Drivers provided by VIA
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Using a driver built into a distribution package
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Visiting VIA Arena website at www.viaarena.com for latest updates on a monthly basis
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Installing a third party driver (such as the ALSA driver from the Advanced Linux Sound
Architecture project for integrated audio)
For OEM clients and system integrators developing a product for long term production, other code
and resources may also be made available. You can submit a request either through the
Developers portal at VIA Arena, or through your VEPD support contact. Alternatively, VIA can work
further towards providing additional drivers to fit your specific needs.