X7SBL-LN1/LN2 User’s Manual
3-3 Frequently Asked Questions
Question: What type of memory does my motherboard support?
Answer: The
MHz memory modules. See Section
Question: Why does Microsoft Windows XP (SP2) and Windows Vista show less memory than what is physically installed?
Answer: Microsoft implemented a design change in Windows XP with Service Pack 2 (SP2) and Windows Vista. This change is specifi c to the Physical Address Extension (PAE) mode behavior which improves driver compatibility. For more in- formation, please read the following article at Microsoft’s Knowledge Base website at: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/888137.
Question: How do I update my BIOS?
Answer: It is recommended that you do not upgrade your BIOS if you are not experiencing any problems with your system. Updated BIOS fi les are located on our web site at http://www.supermicro.com/support/bios/. Please check our BIOS warning message and the information on how to update your BIOS on our web site. Select your motherboard model and download the BIOS fi le to your computer. Also, check the current BIOS revision and make sure that it is newer than your BIOS before downloading. You can choose from the zip fi le and the .exe fi le. If you choose the zip BIOS fi le, please unzip the BIOS fi le onto a bootable device or a USB pen. Run the batch fi le using the format fl ash.bat fi lename.rom from your bootable device or USB pen to fl ash the BIOS. Then, your system will automati- cally reboot. If you choose the .exe fi le, please run the .exe fi le under Windows to create the BIOS fl ash fl oppy disk. Insert the fl oppy disk into the system you wish to fl ash the BIOS. Then, bootup the system to the floppy disk. The BIOS utility will automatically fl ash the BIOS without any prompts. Please note that this process may take a few minutes to complete. Do not be concerned if the screen is paused for a few minutes.
Question: What's on the CD that came with my motherboard?
Answer: The supplied compact disc has quite a few drivers and programs that will greatly enhance your system. We recommend that you review the CD and install the applications you need. Applications on the CD include chipset drivers for Windows and security and audio drivers.