EPIA EN-Series Operating Guide
March 9, 2006
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Version 0.35
VIA EPIA EN-Series Microsoft and Linux Driver Support
Microsoft Driver Support
VIA EPIA EN series offers full support for the complete range of Microsoft operating systems.
For standard operating systems, Windows 98/Me/2000/XP latest drivers downloads can be found in the
VEPD website at
www.viaembedded.com
.
For embedded operating systems, Windows CE.NET and XP Embedded related driver supports can be
found in the VIA Arena website at
www.viaarena.com
.
Linux Driver Support
VIA EPIA EN mainboards have a very high degree of support under Linux.
Support and drivers are provided through various methods including:
•
Drivers provided by VIA
– Using a driver built into a distribution package
– Visiting VIA Arena website at
www.viaarena.com
for latest updates on a monthly basis
•
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
on VIA Arena, or through your VEPD support contact. Alternatively, VIA can work further towards
providing additional drivers to suite your specific needs.