Preface
Preface
This manual is written for system integrators, PC technicians and knowledgeable PC users. It provides information for the installation and use of the 
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 the BIOS and provides detailed information on running the CMOS Setup utility.
Appendix A provides BIOS Error Beep Codes. Appendix B lists Other Software Program Installation Instructions. Appendix C contains the BIOS Recovery In- structions.
Conventions Used in the Manual:
Special attention should be given to the following symbols for proper installation and to prevent damage done to the components or injury to yourself:
Danger/Caution: Instructions to be strictly followed to prevent catastrophic system failure or to avoid 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 pro- vides information for correct system setup.
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