Asus AT5NM10T-I manual Software support, Installing an operating system, Support DVD information

Page 27

1.8Software support

1.8.1Installing an operating system

This motherboard supports Windows® XP/Vista/7 Operating Systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware.

• Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information.

•Ensure that you install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions / Windows® Vista Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability.

1.8.2Support DVD information

The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard features.

The contents of the Support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates.

To run the Support DVD

Place the Support DVD to the optical drive. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.

The following screen is for reference only.

Click an icon to display Support DVD/ motherboard information

Click an item to install

If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the Support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run the DVD.

ASUS AT5NM10-I

1-18

E5179_AT5NM10-I.indb 18

12/22/09 5:56:08 PM

Image 27

Contents Motherboard E5179 First Edition December Contents AI NET Canadian Department of Communications Statement Federal Communications Commission StatementAbout this guide Safety informationElectrical safety Operation safetyBold text Where to find more informationConventions used in this guide TypographyCPU AT5NM10-I specifications summarySpecifications are subject to change without notice Onboard LED Before you proceedLayout contents Motherboard overviewMotherboard layout Central Processing Unit CPU System memoryOverview Dimm Memory configurationsDS Brand DDR2-800 MHz capabilityE5179AT5NM10-I.indb 12/22/09 55550 PM SS Single-sided / DS Double-sided Dimm support PCI slot Installing an expansion cardConfiguring an expansion card Expansion slotClear RTC RAM 3-pin Clrtc JumpersUSB device wake-up 3-pin USBPW5-8 Keyboard/mouse power 3-pin PS2USBPW1-4Rear panel connectors ConnectorsATX power connectors 24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V Internal connectorsUSB connector 10-1 pin USB56, USB78 Serial ATA connectors 7-pin SATA1, SATA2Internal speaker connector 4-pin Speaker Chassis intrusion connector 4-1 pin ChassisFront panel audio connector 10-1 pin Aafp CPU and chassis fan connectors 3-pin CPUFAN, 3-pin ChafanReset button 2-pin Reset System panel connector 10-1 pin FpanelSystem power LED 2-pin Pled ATX power button/soft-off button 2-pin PwrbtnDigital audio connector 4-1 pin Spdifout Serial port connectors 10-1 pin COM2To run the Support DVD Installing an operating systemSoftware support Support DVD informationUpdating the Bios Managing and updating your BiosAsus Update utility Installing Asus UpdateAsus EZ Flash Select Update Bios from a file, then click NextRecovering the Bios Asus CrashFree BiosMain menu Bios setup programEntering Bios Setup at startup Entering Bios Setup after PostSystem Time System Date Day xx/xx/xxxxSata 1/2 Storage Configuration Advanced menuSystem Information Chipset CPU ConfigurationOnboard Devices Configuration USB Configuration Acpi Apic Support Enabled Power menuSuspend Mode S3 Only Acpi 2.0 Support EnabledHardware Monitor APM ConfigurationBoot menu Boot Device PriorityBoot Settings Configuration Select the Change Supervisor Password item and press Enter Wait For ‘F1’ If Error EnabledHit ‘DEL’ Message Display Enabled Change Supervisor PasswordPassword Check Setup User Access Level Full AccessChange User Password Clear User PasswordExpress Gate Auto Tools menuCheck Realtek LAN cable Disabled Exit menuAI NET