SOYO SY-5SSM Motherboard quick start SiS VGA Driver Installation, Introduction, Windows NT Drivers

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Installation

Driver

SiS VGA

SY-5SSMQuick Start Guide

5 SiS VGA Driver Installation

Introduction

Your SY-5SSM Motherboard is equipped with the SiS 530 chipset that offers extended graphics and text modes capabilities. To make use the advanced features of the SiS 530 chipset, you will need to install software drivers and application programs included on the CD-ROM.

This section describes how to perform the SiS VGA driver installation for Microsoft Windows NT environment. The Windows 95/98 drivers can be installed automatically through the SOYO CD. Refer to page 16. For other application programs, and if you are using an operating system other than WinNT, please refer to the SiS VGA Driver Installation section in SY-5SSM Motherboard User's Guide and Technical Reference online manual included on the CD-ROM.

Windows NT Drivers

Driver Files

The enclosed SiS 530 Windows NT drivers files are:

uSiS530.INT

uSiS530P.SYS

uSiS530V.Dll

All the 16-color, 256-color, 32K/64K-color, and 16M-color drivers are available.

Installation

1.Click [Start] menu and select [Control Pane] from Settings group.

2.Select [Display] icon.

3.Select [Settings] index in the display properties sheet.

4.Select [Change Display Type] button.

5.Select [Change …] button in [Adapter Type] group.

6.Select [Have Disk] button.

7.Place CD-ROM disk into the CD drive.

8.When the [Install from Disk] dialog box appears, type the directory storing the drivers and click [OK]. The directory in the CD-ROM is at

D:\DRIVER\SI530VGA\WINNT40.

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Contents Quick Start Guide SY-5SSM Motherboard 5SSM Serial Version 1.0 Edition DecemberIntroduction UnpackingKey Features SY-5SSM Motherboard LayoutInstallation PreparationsInstall the Motherboard CPU Mount ProcedureInstall the CPU Set the CPU Voltage JP30 ShortSet JP32, SW1 for CPU Frequency PlierConnectors and Plug-ins Make Connections to the MotherboardMemory Configuration Table Configure MemorySelect the CPU Burst Mode J1 Enable/Disable the Onboard Sound JP9 Clear Cmos Data JP5Select Standard Cmos Setup Quick Bios SetupSelect Load Setup Default Select Save & Exit SetupRead Soyo 5SSM Manual Soyo CDInsert the Soyo CD into the CD-ROM drive Soyo CD Start Up Program MenuInstall Drivers and Utilities Manual Selection MenuSoyo SpeedPro BusMaster Driver for Windows 95/98 Driver Installation MenuSiS 530 VGA drivers SiS 530 busmaster driversSoyo CD Xpress utility ESS Windows NT drivers for PCIESS Soundtrack Program for PCI Enter the Soyo CDSoyo CD Html Database in English Introduction SiS VGA Driver InstallationInstallation Windows NT DriversSelecting Resolution, Color Depth and Refresh Rate ESS Audio Driver Installation Windows 95/98 Sound-Driver InstallationPage USA Branch Office Edition December VersionInternational Headquarters Soyo Europe
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SY-5SSM Motherboard, SY-5SSM specifications

The SOYO SY-5SSM/5 and SY-5SSM are notable products in the realm of motherboards, designed to enhance performance and provide users with a solid foundation for their computing needs. Targeting both enthusiasts and everyday users, these motherboards stand out for their unique combination of features and technologies.

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Overall, the SOYO SY-5SSM/5 and SY-5SSM motherboards are versatile and feature-rich solutions that cater to both casual users and digital professionals alike. Their solid construction, extensive compatibility, and array of features make them a strong contender in the competitive motherboard market.