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4.1Installing an operating system
• This motherboard supports Windows® 7 /
•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.
•ASUS does not recommend running an operating system prior to Windows® 7 on this motherboard. However, If you will be installing Windows® XP, install the latest Service Pack before installing the the drivers for better compatibility and stability.
4.2Support DVD information
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.
4.2.1Running the support DVD
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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.
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