Asus P5K/EPU Installing an operating system, Support DVD information, Running the support DVD

5.1Installing an operating system

This motherboard supports Windows® XP/ 64-bit XP/ Vista™ 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. Use the setup

procedures presented in this chapter for reference only. Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information.

•Make sure that you install the Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability.

5.2Support DVD information

The support DVD that came 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 (www.asus.com) for updates.

5.2.1Running 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.

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.

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