Preface
Preface
About This Manual
This manual is written for system integrators, PC technicians and knowledgeable PC
users. It provides information for the installation and use of the 
X8DTG- DF motherboard.
About This Motherboard
The 
Manual Organization
Chapter 1 describes the features, specifications and performance of the mother- board and provides detailed information about the chipset.
Chapter 2 provides hardware installation instructions. Read this chapter when in- stalling the processor, memory modules and other hardware components into the system. If you encounter any problems, see Chapter 3, which describes trouble- shooting procedures for video, memory and system setup stored in the CMOS.
Chapter 4 includes an introduction to BIOS and provides detailed information on running the CMOS Setup utility.
Appendix A lists BIOS POST Error Codes. Appendix B and Appendix C provide the Windows OS and Other Software Installation Instructions.
Conventions Used in the Manual
Special attention should be given to the following symbols for proper installation and to prevent product damage or bodily injury:
Warning: Important information given to ensure proper system installation or to prevent damage to the components.
Note: Additional Information given to differentiate various models or to ensure correct system setup.
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