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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
difficult as you may think. To make your first computer DIY experience a
success, right from the start, we have designed the
3 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 AV18 mainboard.
Experienced DIY User
Congratulations on your purchase of the Shuttle AV18 mainboard. You will
find that installing your new Shuttle AV18 mainboard is just that easy. Bundled
with an array of onboard functions, the highly-integrated AV18 mainboard pro-
vides you with a total solution to build the most stable and reliable system.
Refer to section
3.2 Jumper Settings
and
Chapter 4 Software Utility
to find out
how to get the best out of your new mainboard.
Chapter 5 BIOS Setup
also
contains relevant information on how to tune up your system to achieve higher
performance.
System Integrator
You have wisely chosen Shuttle AV18 to construct your system. Shuttle
AV18 incorporates all the state-of-the-art technology of the VT82C694X
chipset from VIA. It integrates the most advanced functions you can find to
date in a compact ATX board. Refer to section
3.2 Jumper Settings
and
Chapter 4 Software Utility
for an in-depth view of system construction.
